EEn 2.3.2 A - Water Cycle

Front

What is the process called when water on Earth's surface soaks into the ground?

Back

Infiltration

Front

What is the primary energy source that drives the water cycle?

Back

The sun

Front

What is an example of precipitation?

Back

Snow

Front

Why does most evaporation in the water cycle occur in oceans?

Back

Because they are the largest bodies of water.

Front

Does the water cycle have a true start or end?

Back

True

Front

What is the term for the process where water vapor turns into liquid water?

Back

Condensation

Front

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

Back

Evaporation

Front

What role do plants play in the water cycle?

Back

Plants contribute to the water cycle through a process called transpiration.

Front

What is the term for water that falls from the atmosphere to the Earth's surface?

Back

Precipitation

Front

What are the main stages of the water cycle?

Back

Evaporation, condensation, precipitation, infiltration, and runoff.