Hydrosphere & Water Cycle

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Why is freshwater important?

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We need it to survive.

Front

What is NOT an example of freshwater? Options: Rivers, Lakes, Oceans, Groundwater

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Oceans

Front

When water goes from being a liquid to a gas (water vapor), that process is called: Condensation, Evaporation, Precipitation, Transpiration

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Evaporation

Front

The type of water found in oceans; it is not safe for us to drink.

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Salt Water

Front

The scientific name for water in its gas phase

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Water Vapor

Front

Where is most of the Earth's water located?

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oceans

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The process that cycles water around Earth and its atmosphere is called

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The Water Cycle

Front

Why is MOST of the freshwater on Earth not available for our use?

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It is frozen in the icecaps and glaciers.

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All the water contained on Earth is called __________.

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the hydrosphere

Front

How does the amount of water circulating in the water cycle change?

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The amount of water remains constant