Water Cycle Flashcard

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What percentage of the Earth's surface is covered by water?

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Approximately 75% of the Earth's surface is water.

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If a 1000ml bottle represents all the water on Earth, how much of that is salt water?

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972ml of the water is salt water.

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What is the main driving force behind the water cycle and Earth's weather?

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The sun is the driving force of the water cycle and Earth's weather.

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Where is most of the Earth's water located?

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Most of the Earth's water is found at the north and south poles.

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

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This process is called condensation.

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What is evaporation in the context of the water cycle?

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Evaporation is the process where liquid water turns into water vapor.

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What role do clouds play in the water cycle?

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Clouds are formed from condensed water vapor and are essential for precipitation.

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What is precipitation?

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Precipitation is any form of water that falls from clouds to the Earth's surface, such as rain, snow, sleet, or hail.

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

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This process is called transpiration.

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How does the sun affect the water cycle?

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The sun provides the energy needed for evaporation and drives the water cycle.