Hydrology Summative Review 2021

Front

What happens to salt when saltwater freezes or evaporates?

Back

The salt is left behind.

Front

What is the primary source of salt in the oceans?

Back

Rocks on land.

Front

How does heavy cloud cover affect the water cycle?

Back

Less sunlight reaching the surface would decrease the rate of evaporation.

Front

What two factors have the biggest effect on deep ocean currents?

Back

Temperature and salinity.

Front

What is the process called when water goes back into the air after being heated by the sun?

Back

Evaporation.

Front

Define evaporation.

Back

The process by which water changes from a liquid to a gas.

Front

What is condensation?

Back

The process by which water vapor cools and changes back into liquid water.

Front

Explain the water cycle.

Back

The continuous movement of water through evaporation, condensation, precipitation, and collection.

Front

What is precipitation?

Back

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

Front

How do temperature and salinity affect ocean water density?

Back

Colder water and higher salinity increase water density.