Water Cycle and Weather Flashcard

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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.

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What happens during evaporation?

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Liquid water is heated and turns into vapor.

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What does humidity describe?

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The amount of water vapor in the air.

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What process involves water vapor cooling to form water droplets?

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Condensation.

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What does temperature describe?

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How hot or cold the atmosphere is.

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What is the short-term daily forecast referred to as?

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Weather.

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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 the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather refers to the short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate is the average weather over a long period, typically 30 years.

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What role does the sun play in the water cycle?

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The sun provides the energy needed for evaporation, which is the first step in the water cycle.

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What is condensation?

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Condensation is the process where water vapor cools and changes back into liquid water, forming droplets.