Weather and Climate

Front

As water vapor condenses into liquid, what can be formed?

Back

clouds

Front

In what part of the process does liquid water change to water vapor? Options: precipitation, evaporation, transpiration, condensation

Back

evaporation

Front

In the water cycle, which part involves water changing from a liquid to a gas?

Back

part 1

Front

In the water cycle, how does water move from Earth’s surface to the atmosphere?

Back

The sun heats ocean water and it evaporates

Front

Which is an example of condensation?

Back

moisture on mirror after hot shower

Front

What will most likely happen to the water in the rain gauge if it does not rain again within the week?

Back

The amount of rain water will decrease due to evaporation.

Front

The diagram shows the water cycle.

Which of these would most likely be seen at Stage 2?

• clouds forming in the sky
• water accumulating in a puddle
• snow falling from the sky
• a pond’s water level decreasing

Back

clouds forming in the sky

Front

How do the Sun and the ocean interact in the water cycle?

Back

The Sun heats the ocean and evaporates the water but leaves the salt behind.

Front

How will the Sun’s energy affect the water cycle?

Back

Heat from the Sun will cause liquid water to evaporate and form water vapor.

Front

Which statement is describing climate? Options:

It snowed 12 centimeters last night.

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Last winter was colder than normal.

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There is a thunderstorm watch for the local area.

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The temperature will be between 32°C and 37°C all week.

Back

Last winter was colder than normal.