Water Cycle

Front

What is the process called when water flows downhill after precipitation?

Back

Runoff

Front

What term describes the process of water being absorbed into the ground?

Back

Infiltration

Front

What does the sun turn water into during evaporation?

Back

Water vapor

Front

In which phase of the water cycle do clouds form?

Back

Condensation

Front

What is the continuous process of water moving from the earth to the atmosphere and back called?

Back

The Water Cycle

Front

What is the term for the process of water vapor cooling and changing back into liquid water?

Back

Condensation

Front

What is the term for the process where liquid water becomes water vapor?

Back

Evaporation

Front

What is the role of the sun in the water cycle?

Back

The sun provides energy for evaporation and drives the water cycle.

Front

What is transpiration in the context of the water cycle?

Back

Transpiration is the process by which water is absorbed by plants and released as water vapor into the atmosphere.

Front

What is the difference between evaporation and transpiration?

Back

Evaporation is the process of water turning into vapor from surfaces like lakes and rivers, while transpiration is the release of water vapor from plants.