Liquid is changed to gas - liquid water to water vapor

Water vapor condenses on dust particles back into liquid water forming clouds.

When water in clouds falls back down to Earth's surface.

The source of energy that drives the water cycle.

Water that flows over land and other surfaces into streams and rivers.

Water is temporarily collected and stored.

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Water Cycle

Term	Definition
Evaporation	Liquid is changed to gas - liquid water to water vapor
Condensation	Water vapor condenses on dust particles back into liquid water forming clouds.
Precipitation	When water in clouds falls back down to Earth's surface.
Water Vapor	The gas form of water.
The Sun	The source of energy that drives the water cycle.
Run Off	Water that flows over land and other surfaces into streams and rivers.
Collection	Water is temporarily collected and stored.