AZ Project WET - Science Review

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What is condensation?

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Condensation is the process by which water vapor in the air cools and changes into liquid water, forming clouds or dew.

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What is heat?

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Heat is a form of energy that causes matter, such as water, to move and change form.

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What percentage of Earth's water is found in the oceans?

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97% of Earth's water is found in the oceans.

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What is a watershed?

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A watershed is a land area that drains water to a common low point, such as a river or lake.

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What is transpiration?

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Transpiration is the process by which water is absorbed by plant roots, moves through plants, and is released as vapor through pores in leaves.

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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.

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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 runoff?

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Runoff is the water that flows over the ground surface and returns to rivers, lakes, and oceans after precipitation.

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What is the water cycle?

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The water cycle is the continuous movement of water on, above, and below the surface of the Earth, including processes like evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.

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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, which is a key part of the water cycle.