Water Cycle Steps Flashcards

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Evaporation

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When LIQUID water changes to water vapor which is a GAS.

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Condensation

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Occurs when water vapor cools and changes from GAS to LIQUID. Ex: clouds are formed

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Precipitation

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When rain, snow or sleet fall to the surface from clouds.

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What is runoff?

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Water from precipitation that flows across land and collects in rivers, streams and then ocean.

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