Water Cycle Test Practice

Front

What is the process called when warm, moist air cools and begins forming clouds?

Back

Condensation

Front

Why is the sun important for producing rain?

Back

The sun warms ocean water, which causes more clouds to form.

Front

What process is responsible for the disappearance of a puddle of water after a sunny day?

Back

Evaporation

Front

What term describes the flow of water over land?

Back

Runoff

Front

What process allows green plants to control the amount of water stored in their leaves?

Back

Transpiration

Front

What is evaporation in the water cycle?

Back

The process where water changes from liquid to vapor due to heat.

Front

What is precipitation in the water cycle?

Back

Any form of water, liquid or solid, that falls from clouds to the ground.

Front

What role does the sun play in the water cycle?

Back

It provides the energy needed for evaporation and helps form clouds.

Front

What is transpiration?

Back

The process by which plants release water vapor into the air.

Front

What is runoff?

Back

Water that flows over the ground and returns to rivers, lakes, and oceans.