Water Cycle

Front

What is the energy source that drives the water cycle?

Back

The sun.

Front

What process involves warm, less dense air rising and cool, more dense air sinking?

Back

Convection.

Front

What would happen if the Sun is removed from the water cycle?

Back

The water cycle would no longer occur because the Sun provides the energy for evaporation and transpiration.

Front

During which stage does water flow back towards the sea as runoff?

Back

Runoff stage (Z).

Front

What is the correct sequence of processes water undergoes in the water cycle?

Back

Evaporation, Condensation, Precipitation.

Front

What is evaporation in the water cycle?

Back

The process where water changes from liquid to vapor due to heat.

Front

What is condensation in the water cycle?

Back

The process where water vapor cools and changes back into liquid droplets, forming clouds.

Front

What is precipitation in the water cycle?

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The process where water falls from clouds to the ground in the form of rain, snow, sleet, or hail.

Front

What role do clouds play in the water cycle?

Back

Clouds are formed from condensed water vapor and are essential for precipitation.

Front

What is runoff in the water cycle?

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Water that flows over the ground and returns to oceans, rivers, and lakes.