Water Cycle

Front

The process when plants release water vapor from their leaves is called _____________.

Back

Transpiration

Front

What step of the water cycle involves water turning into vapor?

Back

Evaporation

Front

Runoff after it rains creates _____________.

Back

Rivers, streams

Front

Which of these is an example of precipitation?

Back

Snow

Front

How much of our planet's water is saltwater?

Back

97%

Front

What is the process called when water vapor cools and turns back into liquid?

Back

Condensation

Front

What is the term for water that flows over the ground after rain?

Back

Runoff

Front

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

Back

The Sun

Front

What do we call the water stored underground?

Back

Groundwater

Front

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

Back

Evaporation