5th Grade Water Cycle

Front

What is the water cycle?

Back

The water cycle is the continuous process by which water moves from the Earth's surface to the atmosphere and back again through evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.

Front

What role do clouds play in the water cycle?

Back

Clouds transport water from one part of the planet to another.

Front

What is evaporation?

Back

Evaporation is the process where liquid water changes into water vapor due to heat.

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

Front

What is runoff?

Back

Runoff is the flow of water, from rain or melting snow, that moves over the ground and returns to rivers, lakes, and oceans.

Front

What is solar energy?

Back

Solar energy is the energy from the sun that drives the evaporation of water from the Earth's surface.

Front

What is the atmosphere?

Back

The atmosphere is the mixture of gases that surrounds the Earth, essential for weather and the water cycle.

Front

What are clouds made of?

Back

Clouds are made of tiny water droplets or ice crystals that form when water vapor condenses.

Front

What is transpiration?

Back

Transpiration is the process by which plants release water vapor into the air from their leaves.