5.P.2.1 Water Cycle Flashcard

Front

What is transpiration?

Back

Transpiration is the process by which plants release water vapor into the air as a waste product.

Front

What is evaporation?

Back

Evaporation is the process where water is heated by the sun and turns into water vapor.

Front

What is condensation?

Back

Condensation is the process where water vapor cools and changes back into liquid water, forming clouds.

Front

What is precipitation?

Back

Precipitation is any form of water that falls from clouds to the Earth's surface, such as rain, snow, sleet, or hail.

Front

What is the water cycle?

Back

The water cycle is the continuous movement of water on, above, or below the surface of the Earth.

Front

What role does the sun play in the water cycle?

Back

The sun heats water in rivers, lakes, and oceans, causing evaporation to occur.

Front

What happens during evaporation?

Back

During evaporation, water is heated and changes from a liquid to a gas (water vapor).

Front

What is the difference between evaporation and transpiration?

Back

Evaporation is the process of water turning into vapor from surfaces like lakes, while transpiration is the release of water vapor from plants.

Front

What is the process of water vapor turning into liquid water called?

Back

The process of water vapor turning into liquid water is called condensation.

Front

What is an example of precipitation?

Back

An example of precipitation is rain falling from the sky.