Water Cycle

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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 again through evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.

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What happens to the temperature when liquid water changes to gas?

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The temperature increases.

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What happens to the temperature when ice changes into water?

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The temperature increases.

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What happens to the temperature when gas (water vapor) changes to liquid water?

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The temperature decreases.

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What states of matter does ice go through when it melts and evaporates?

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Solid - Liquid - Gas.

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What are clouds mostly made of?

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Water droplets.

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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process by which liquid water turns into water vapor (gas) due to an increase in temperature.

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What is condensation?

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Condensation is the process by which water vapor (gas) 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 that falls from the atmosphere to the Earth's surface, such as rain, snow, sleet, or hail.

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What role do plants play in the water cycle?

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Plants absorb water from the soil and release water vapor into the air through a process called transpiration.

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