Water Cycle and Weather Review

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What is the water cycle?

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The water cycle is the continuous process by which water moves from the Earth's surface to the atmosphere and back, involving processes like evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.

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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process by which water changes from a liquid to a gas, usually due to heat from the sun.

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What is condensation?

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Condensation is the process by which water vapor in the air cools and changes back into liquid water, forming clouds.

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What is precipitation?

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Precipitation is any form of water, such as rain, snow, sleet, or hail, that falls from the atmosphere to the Earth's surface.

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What is a warm front?

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A warm front is a boundary between two air masses where a warm air mass is replacing a cold air mass, often bringing gentle rain.

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What is a cold front?

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A cold front is a boundary where a cold air mass is replacing a warm air mass, usually resulting in thunderstorms and cooler temperatures.

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What is the Greenhouse Effect?

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The Greenhouse Effect is the process by which certain gases in the Earth's atmosphere trap heat, keeping the planet warm.

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What is a hurricane?

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A hurricane is a powerful tropical storm with strong winds and heavy rain that forms over warm ocean waters.

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What is the Coriolis effect?

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The Coriolis effect is the phenomenon where the rotation of the Earth causes moving air and water to turn and twist, affecting weather patterns.

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What is an air mass?

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An air mass is a large body of air that has uniform temperature and humidity characteristics.