Climate and Weather

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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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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process by which liquid water is transformed into water vapor, usually due to heat from the sun.

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What is condensation?

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Condensation is the process by which water vapor cools and changes back into liquid water, forming clouds.

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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 is humidity?

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Humidity is the amount of moisture or water vapor present in the air.

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

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The sun provides the heat necessary for evaporation, driving the water cycle.

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What is latitude?

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Latitude is the measurement of distance north or south of the equator, expressed in degrees.

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What is the equator?

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The equator is an imaginary line that divides the Earth into the Northern and Southern Hemispheres, located at 0 degrees latitude.

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What happens to air temperature as you move away from the equator?

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As you move away from the equator, the air temperature generally decreases, leading to cooler climates.

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What is a heat lamp used for in a model of the water cycle?

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A heat lamp is used to represent the sun, providing heat and light to demonstrate evaporation.