The Water Cycle

Front

What is the process called when liquid water changes into vapor?

Back

Evaporation

Front

What state does water change into during evaporation?

Back

Gas

Front

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

Back

Transpiration

Front

What is the definition of a cycle in scientific terms?

Back

A series of events that repeat themselves.

Front

What must happen for condensation to occur?

Back

Water vapor (gas) must change state into liquid.

Front

What is the process called when water vapor cools and changes back into liquid water?

Back

Condensation

Front

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

Back

The sun provides energy for evaporation.

Front

What is precipitation in the context of the water cycle?

Back

Any form of water, liquid or solid, that falls from the atmosphere to the Earth's surface.

Front

What are the main components of the water cycle?

Back

Evaporation, condensation, precipitation, and transpiration.

Front

How does temperature affect the rate of evaporation?

Back

Higher temperatures increase the rate of evaporation.