Water Cycle

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Where is most water found on Earth?

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Most water on Earth is found in oceans.

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What part of the water cycle does precipitation refer to?

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Precipitation refers to any form of water that falls from the atmosphere to the Earth's surface, such as rain, snow, sleet, or hail.

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What process occurs when the sun heats up water and turns it into vapor?

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The process is called evaporation.

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What is an example of precipitation?

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An example of precipitation is snow.

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What percentage of our planet's water is saltwater?

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97% of our planet's water is saltwater.

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What is the process called when water vapor cools and turns back into liquid water?

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The process is called condensation.

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What is the term for the continuous movement of water on, above, and below the surface of the Earth?

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The term is the water cycle.

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What is the main source of energy that drives the water cycle?

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The main source of energy that drives the water cycle is the sun.

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What happens during the process of infiltration?

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Infiltration is the process by which water on the ground surface enters the soil.

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What is runoff in the context of the water cycle?

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Runoff is the flow of water that occurs when excess stormwater, meltwater, or other sources flows over the Earth's surface.