Water Cycle

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What is the water cycle?

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The movement of water on, above, or below the surface of the Earth.

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What is runoff?

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Water that flows over the ground surface and returns to other locations on Earth.

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What happens during precipitation?

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Water droplets in clouds become too heavy and fall to the ground as rain, snow, sleet, or hail.

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What is transpiration?

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The process by which plants give off water vapor as a waste product.

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What occurs when water vapor cools and changes back into liquid water?

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Condensation.

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What is evaporation?

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The process by which water changes from a liquid to a gas or vapor.

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What is condensation?

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The process of water vapor cooling and changing into liquid water, forming clouds.

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What role does the sun play in the water cycle?

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The sun provides energy that drives evaporation and helps move water through the cycle.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather refers to short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate is the long-term average of weather patterns.

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What is the significance of the water cycle for ecosystems?

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It helps distribute water, supports plant growth, and maintains habitats.