Water Cycle and Weather Flashcard

Front

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

Back

Climate

Front

Which type of air can carry more water vapor?

Back

Warmer air

Front

What is NOT a form of precipitation?

Back

Clouds

Front

What is the short-term daily forecast referred to as?

Back

Weather

Front

What process involves water falling to Earth?

Back

Precipitation

Front

What is the process called when water turns into vapor?

Back

Evaporation

Front

What do we call the water vapor that condenses to form clouds?

Back

Condensation

Front

What is the term for the amount of moisture in the air?

Back

Humidity

Front

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

Back

The Sun

Front

What is the term for water that flows over the ground and into rivers and lakes?

Back

Runoff