Big Idea 7

Front

What is the process called when water moves into the air?

Back

Evaporation

Front

What occurs high in the cold atmosphere leading to cloud formation?

Back

Condensation

Front

What is the term for water vapor turning into liquid water?

Back

Condensation

Front

What does it mean when gas moves to the atmosphere and condenses?

Back

The air cooled.

Front

What process occurs when heat energy is added to liquid water?

Back

Evaporation

Front

What is the main difference between evaporation and condensation?

Back

Evaporation is the process of liquid turning into gas, while condensation is the process of gas turning into liquid.

Front

What role does temperature play in the process of evaporation?

Back

Higher temperatures increase the rate of evaporation.

Front

What is the significance of condensation in the water cycle?

Back

Condensation is crucial for cloud formation and precipitation.

Front

How does humidity affect the rate of evaporation?

Back

Higher humidity slows down the rate of evaporation.

Front

What is the relationship between temperature and condensation?

Back

As temperature decreases, the capacity of air to hold water vapor decreases, leading to condensation.