Chapter 3

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What is a Polar climate zone?

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A Polar climate zone is characterized by cold temperatures and low precipitation, similar to the conditions found in northern Canada.

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What type of precipitation is formed when water vapor turns directly into ice crystals?

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Snow is formed when water vapor condenses directly into ice crystals without becoming liquid.

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What is the correct order of processes in the water cycle?

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The correct order is: Condensation → Precipitation → Collection → Evaporation.

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How do clouds form in the sky?

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Clouds form when water vapor condenses into liquid droplets around particles in the atmosphere.

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What instrument measures air pressure?

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A barometer is used to measure air pressure.

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What is evaporation in the water cycle?

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

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What is condensation in the water cycle?

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Condensation is the process where water vapor cools and changes back into liquid droplets, 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 collection in the water cycle?

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Collection is the process where water gathers in bodies of water like rivers, lakes, and oceans after 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, driving the water cycle.