Earth's Systems Flashcard

Front

What is the source of energy for the water cycle?

Back

The Sun

Front

What is the main component of Earth's water?

Back

Salt water

Front

What is the process called when water vapor condenses into liquid, forming clouds?

Back

Condensation

Front

What is the term for water that flows on Earth's surface from precipitation?

Back

Runoff

Front

Which sphere includes all of Earth’s life-forms?

Back

Biosphere

Front

What is the term for the layer of gases surrounding Earth?

Back

Atmosphere

Front

What is the process by which plants release water vapor into the air?

Back

Transpiration

Front

What is the term for the continuous movement of water on, above, and below the surface of the Earth?

Back

Water Cycle

Front

What is the term for the frozen form of fresh water found in glaciers and ice caps?

Back

Ice

Front

What is the term for the area of land where all the water drains into a specific body of water?

Back

Watershed