Bio Unit 4 Ecology: Section 2: Cycles

Front

What is the process of loss of water from leaves of plants called?

Back

Transpiration

Front

What is the term for when water soaks into the ground and becomes groundwater?

Back

Percolation

Front

What is the process called when a gas changes to a liquid?

Back

Condensation

Front

Which gas makes up most of the 'air' on earth?

Back

Nitrogen

Front

What is an element found in all living things?

Back

Carbon

Front

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

Back

Water Cycle

Front

What is the process by which water vapor in the air is changed into liquid water?

Back

Condensation

Front

What is the term for the process of water vapor turning into gas?

Back

Evaporation

Front

What is the term for the precipitation that falls to the ground?

Back

Rain

Front

What is the process of water moving through soil and rock layers?

Back

Infiltration