Water Cycle #3

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What is the water cycle?

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The continuous movement of water from Earth's surface to the atmosphere and back again.

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What is condensation?

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The transformation of water vapor back into liquid water by cooling.

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What happens to rainwater when it hits the ground?

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It can flow over the surface or be absorbed into the ground.

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What is evaporation?

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The process where liquid water turns into water vapor and rises into the atmosphere.

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What is precipitation?

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Any form of water that falls from the sky, including rain, snow, sleet, and hail.

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What is accumulation in the water cycle?

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The process of water collecting in rivers, lakes, and oceans.

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What is runoff?

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Water that flows over the surface of the Earth after precipitation.

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What is transpiration?

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The process by which water is absorbed by plants and released as vapor into the atmosphere.

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How does water return to the atmosphere?

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Through evaporation and transpiration.

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What role do clouds play in the water cycle?

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Clouds are formed from condensed water vapor and can release precipitation.