Water Cycle Flashcard

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What is the process called when precipitation reaches Earth's surface and flows over land?

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Surface Run-off

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What is the process called when condensed water vapor falls back to Earth?

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Precipitation

Front

Which of the following is an example of precipitation?

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Snow

Front

Which process involves plants absorbing water through their roots and then giving off water vapor through their leaves?

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Transpiration

Front

What process involves a gas changing into a liquid due to a decrease in temperature or pressure?

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Condensation

Front

What is the term for the continuous movement of water on, above, and below the surface of the Earth?

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Water Cycle

Front

What is evaporation in the context of the water cycle?

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The process of water changing from a liquid to a gas due to heat.

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What is condensation in the water cycle?

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The process of water vapor cooling and changing back into liquid water.

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What is infiltration in the water cycle?

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The process of water soaking into the ground from the surface.

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What is transpiration in the water cycle?

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The process of water vapor being released from plants into the atmosphere.