Water Cycle Review

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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is when water changes from a liquid to a gas.

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What is condensation?

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Condensation is when water vapor in the air cools and changes into liquid.

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What is precipitation?

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Precipitation is the water that falls from the clouds, such as rain or snow.

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What is water vapor?

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Water vapor is the gas that forms when water is heated and rises into the air.

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What is runoff?

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Runoff is the water that flows over the ground after it rains.

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What is accumulation in the water cycle?

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Accumulation is when water collects in rivers, lakes, and oceans.

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What role does the sun play in the water cycle?

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The sun heats water, causing evaporation to occur.

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What is transpiration?

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Transpiration is the process where plants release water vapor into the air.

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How does temperature affect evaporation?

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Higher temperatures increase the rate of evaporation.

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What happens during the water cycle?

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The water cycle is the continuous movement of water through evaporation, condensation, precipitation, and runoff.