Water Cycle Vocabulary

Water Cycle Vocabulary

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5th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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What is evaporation?

Back

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

2.

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Front

What is condensation?

Back

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

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is precipitation?

Back

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

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is runoff?

Back

Runoff is the water that flows over the ground surface and returns to rivers, lakes, and oceans after precipitation.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is groundwater?

Back

Groundwater is water that is stored underground in soil and rock layers, which can be accessed through wells.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What causes the water cycle?

Back

The water cycle is driven by the sun's energy, which causes evaporation and helps move water through different states.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How do plants contribute to the water cycle?

Back

Plants contribute to the water cycle through a process called transpiration, where they release water vapor into the air.

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