Water Cycle

Front

What is the process of water movement from the Earth's surface to the atmosphere called?

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Evaporation/Transpiration

Front

What term describes any form of water that falls from the clouds?

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Precipitation

Front

What is the process of removing salt from ocean water known as?

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Desalination

Front

What is the term for the chemical change from a gas to a liquid in the water cycle?

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Condensation

Front

What is the continuous movement of water through the Earth's atmosphere, geosphere, and hydrosphere called?

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Water cycle

Front

What is the role of evaporation in the water cycle?

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Evaporation is the process where water changes from a liquid to a gas, entering the atmosphere.

Front

What is transpiration in the context of the water cycle?

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

Front

What are the main forms of precipitation?

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Rain, snow, sleet, and hail.

Front

How does condensation contribute to the water cycle?

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Condensation occurs when water vapor cools and changes back into liquid water, forming clouds.

Front

What is the significance of the water cycle for Earth's ecosystems?

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The water cycle is essential for distributing fresh water, supporting plant and animal life, and regulating climate.