Water Cycle - 5th Grade

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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.

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What is water vapor?

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Water vapor is the gaseous state of water that rises into the air when water is heated.

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What materials are needed to form clouds?

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Clouds are formed from water droplets, various dust, and various particles.

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What is precipitation?

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

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What role does the Sun play in the water cycle?

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The Sun provides the energy needed to heat water, causing evaporation and driving the water cycle.

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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process by which water changes from a liquid to a gas (water vapor) due to heat.

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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 the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather refers to short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate refers to long-term patterns of temperature and precipitation.

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What is runoff?

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

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What is infiltration?

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Infiltration is the process by which water soaks into the ground and becomes part of the groundwater supply.