The Water Cycle

Front

What is the process by which water vapor cools and changes back into liquid water?

Back

Condensation

Front

What term describes the movement of water from the Earth's surface to the atmosphere and back?

Back

The Water Cycle

Front

What is the term for water that collects in rivers, lakes, and oceans?

Back

Accumulation

Front

What are the four main forms of precipitation?

Back

Snow, rain, sleet, hail

Front

What is the process called when water vapor is released from plants into the atmosphere?

Back

Transpiration

Front

What is the term for the process of water falling to the ground from the atmosphere?

Back

Precipitation

Front

What is the main source of energy that drives the water cycle?

Back

The Sun

Front

What is the term for the process of water turning into vapor?

Back

Evaporation

Front

How does temperature affect the rate of evaporation?

Back

Higher temperatures increase the rate of evaporation.

Front

What is the role of clouds in the water cycle?

Back

Clouds are formed by condensation and hold water vapor until it precipitates.