The Water Cycle Vocabulary (F&C)

Front

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

Back

Condensation

Front

What is the term for water that falls from the atmosphere to the Earth's surface?

Back

Precipitation

Front

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

Back

Evaporation

Front

What is the main source of energy that drives the water cycle?

Back

The sun

Front

What do we call the layer of gases surrounding the Earth?

Back

Atmosphere

Front

What is the term for the continuous movement of water through the environment?

Back

Water cycle

Front

What is the process of water soaking into the ground called?

Back

Infiltration

Front

What is the term for the process where plants release water vapor into the air?

Back

Transpiration

Front

What is the term for the water found in oceans, rivers, and lakes?

Back

Surface water

Front

What is the term for the water that is stored underground?

Back

Groundwater