Water Cycle & Weather Tools

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What is the water cycle?

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The water cycle is the continuous process by which water moves from the Earth's surface to the atmosphere and back, involving processes like evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

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What phase of the water cycle involves the formation of clouds?

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Condensation is the phase of the water cycle where water vapor cools and changes back into liquid water, forming clouds.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process where liquid water is heated and changes into water vapor, rising into the atmosphere.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

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What is precipitation?

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Precipitation is any form of water, such as rain, snow, sleet, or hail, that falls from the atmosphere to the Earth's surface.

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What tool is used to measure wind speed?

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An anemometer is a device used to measure wind speed.

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How does temperature change with altitude in the atmosphere?

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As altitude increases, temperature generally decreases.

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What is transpiration?

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Transpiration is the process by which plants release water vapor into the air from their leaves.

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What is the role of the sun in the water cycle?

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The sun provides the energy needed for evaporation, driving the water cycle.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

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What happens during condensation?

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During condensation, water vapor cools and changes into liquid water, forming clouds.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

NGSS.MS-PS1-4

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What is groundwater?

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Groundwater is water that is stored underground in soil and rock layers, often replenished by precipitation.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-1

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