Hydrosphere Final

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What step of the Water Cycle makes CLOUDS?

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

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What is the process called when water changes from liquid to vapor?

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Evaporation is the process where liquid water is transformed into water vapor, usually due to heat.

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What does 'C' represent in the context of water chemistry?

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In the context of water chemistry, 'C' typically represents Carbon, but in the context of water, it can also refer to the concentration of Oxygen in water.

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Which sediment is more effective at filtering and cleaning groundwater?

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Sediment B is more effective at filtering and cleaning groundwater compared to Sediment A.

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What causes aquifers to decrease in water level?

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Aquifers decrease in water level primarily because there is too much water being taken AWAY, often due to excessive pumping for irrigation or consumption.

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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 then released as vapor into the atmosphere.

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Define Precipitation in the water cycle.

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Precipitation is any form of water, liquid or solid, that falls from the atmosphere to the Earth's surface, including rain, snow, sleet, and hail.

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What is Infiltration in the context of groundwater?

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Infiltration is the process by which water on the ground surface enters the soil, replenishing groundwater supplies.

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Explain the role of the sun in the water cycle.

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The sun provides the energy necessary for evaporation, driving the water cycle by converting liquid water into vapor.

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What is the significance of groundwater?

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Groundwater is a crucial resource for drinking water, irrigation, and industrial processes, and it helps maintain the flow of rivers and lakes.