Hydrosphere 1.1

Hydrosphere 1.1

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8th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the hydrosphere?

Back

The hydrosphere is the combined mass of water found on, under, and above the surface of a planet, including oceans, rivers, lakes, groundwater, and water vapor in the atmosphere.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What percentage of Earth's water is freshwater?

Back

Approximately 3% of Earth's water is freshwater.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Where is most of Earth's freshwater located?

Back

Most of Earth's freshwater is found in glaciers and ice caps, which account for about 68.7% of the total freshwater.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the water cycle?

Back

The water cycle is the continuous movement of water on, above, and below the surface of the Earth, involving processes such as evaporation, condensation, precipitation, and infiltration.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is evaporation?

Back

Evaporation is the process by which water changes from a liquid to a gas (water vapor) due to heat.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is condensation?

Back

Condensation is the process by which water vapor cools and changes back into liquid water, forming clouds.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What role does water vapor play in weather?

Back

Water vapor is crucial for weather and climate as it forms clouds and precipitation, influencing temperature and atmospheric conditions.

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