Water Properties

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What is the process of water changing from a liquid to a gas?

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Evaporation

Front

What is the process by which plants release water vapor into the atmosphere?

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Transpiration

Front

What percentage of the Earth's water is salt water?

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97.5%

Front

What percentage of the Earth's water is fresh water?

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2.5%

Front

What is the term for the process of water vapor turning back into liquid water or ice crystals?

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Condensation

Front

What is the water cycle?

Back

The continuous movement of water on, above, and below the surface of the Earth.

Front

What is precipitation?

Back

Any form of water, liquid or solid, that falls from the atmosphere to the Earth's surface, such as rain, snow, sleet, or hail.

Front

What is infiltration in the context of the water cycle?

Back

The process by which water on the ground surface enters the soil.

Front

What role does condensation play in the water cycle?

Back

It is essential for cloud formation and precipitation.

Front

What is the significance of transpiration in the water cycle?

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It helps regulate water levels in the atmosphere and contributes to the water cycle.