Water and Earth's Processes

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What is the most abundant salt in sea water?

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Sodium chloride (NaCl) is the most abundant salt found in sea water.

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What happens to salt concentrations in tropical seas due to high evaporation rates?

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The salt concentrations increase in tropical seas because high evaporation rates leave behind more salt.

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What is the term for water that seeps through the soil from runoff, lakes, ponds, and rivers?

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Groundwater is the term used for water that seeps through the soil from various sources.

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Identify the features of the ocean floor: 1- continental shelf 2- ocean floor 3- ocean ridge.

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1- Continental shelf 2- Ocean floor 3- Ocean ridge.

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Where is most of Earth's freshwater found?

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Most of Earth's freshwater is found in the form of ice.

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What is the process called when water vapor turns into liquid water?

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The process is called condensation.

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What is transpiration in the water cycle?

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Transpiration is the process by which water is absorbed by plants and released as vapor into the atmosphere.

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What is the difference between groundwater and surface water?

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Groundwater is water that is stored underground, while surface water is found in lakes, rivers, and streams.

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What is the role of the ocean in regulating Earth's climate?

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The ocean absorbs and stores heat, helping to regulate Earth's climate and weather patterns.

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

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The term is evaporation.