Water Cycle

Front

What do we call water in its gas state (phase)?

Back

Water vapor is the gaseous state of water.

Front

Which of the following is an example of precipitation?

Back

Precipitation includes all forms of water, such as sleet, hail, and snow.

Front

The process of liquid water moving through a porous substance like soil and rock is called _________?

Back

Infiltration (percolation) is the process of liquid water moving through soil and rock.

Front

Which process requires water to gain thermal energy (HEAT) causing the water molecules to move FASTER?

Back

Evaporation is the process that requires heat for water molecules to move faster.

Front

During evaporation, water changes from a _________ to a __________.

Back

During evaporation, water changes from a liquid to a gas.

Front

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

Back

Condensation is the process where water vapor cools and changes back into liquid.

Front

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

Back

The water cycle describes the continuous movement of water in various forms.

Front

What is runoff in the context of the water cycle?

Back

Runoff is the flow of water that occurs when excess water from rain or melting snow flows over the ground.

Front

What is transpiration in the water cycle?

Back

Transpiration is the process by which plants release water vapor into the air.

Front

What is groundwater?

Back

Groundwater is water that is stored underground in soil and rock layers.