Water Cycle

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1.
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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.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What happens to water molecules when they evaporate?
Back
When water molecules evaporate, they gain energy, move faster, and spread apart, changing from a liquid to a gas.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is condensation in the water cycle?
Back
Condensation is the process where water vapor cools and changes back into liquid water, forming clouds.
4.
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What is precipitation?
Back
Precipitation is any form of water that falls from the atmosphere to the Earth's surface, including rain, snow, sleet, and hail.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is runoff?
Back
Runoff is the water that flows over the ground and returns to rivers, lakes, and oceans after precipitation.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is groundwater?
Back
Groundwater is water that is stored underground in soil and rock layers, which can eventually return to the surface.
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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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