Water Cycle and Weather Flashcard

Front

What is the process called when water vapor cools to form water droplets?

Back

Condensation

Front

What is the long-term average temperature of an area referred to as?

Back

Climate

Front

Which of the following is NOT a form of precipitation?

Back

Clouds

Front

What happens during evaporation?

Back

Liquid water is heated and turns into vapor.

Front

What does humidity describe?

Back

The amount of water vapor in the air.

Front

What is the process of water turning into vapor called?

Back

Evaporation

Front

What is precipitation?

Back

Any form of water, liquid or solid, that falls from the atmosphere to the Earth's surface.

Front

What is the main source of energy for the water cycle?

Back

The Sun

Front

What is the term for the movement of water from the ground to the atmosphere?

Back

Transpiration

Front

What is the difference between weather and climate?

Back

Weather refers to short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate refers to long-term averages.