Midterm Practice 2024 Earth's Systems Flashcard 1

Front

What is a human-made hole dug into the ground to access underground water?

Back

Well

Front

Rain, snow, sleet and hail are all examples of what?

Back

Precipitation

Front

What type of water is the most abundant on Earth?

Back

Saltwater

Front

Which tool uses satellites to determine precise locations on Earth's surface?

Back

GPS

Front

Which of the following is NOT one of Earth's spheres?

Back

Thermosphere

Front

What is the layer of gases surrounding Earth called?

Back

Atmosphere

Front

What is the solid part of Earth, including rocks and soil?

Back

Geosphere

Front

What is the term for all the water on Earth, including oceans, rivers, and lakes?

Back

Hydrosphere

Front

What is the process by which water vapor turns into liquid water?

Back

Condensation

Front

What is the term for the movement of water from the ground to the atmosphere?

Back

Evaporation