Science Unit 5

The model shows where water can be found during different stages of the water cycle. What should be added to the diagram to better explain the water cycle?

• Soil to trap water from runoff

• Rocks to release thermal energy

• The sun to provide energy for evaporation

• Plants to provide oxygen in the atmosphere

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To study the water cycle, students add ice cubes to a glass of water. Ten minutes later they observe the glass. On the outside of the glass, students see drops of water. Which statement explains the students' observations?

• Water vapor has become liquid water.

• Solid water has become liquid water.

• Liquid water has become water vapor.

• Solid water has become water vapor.

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Some scientists measured and recorded local rainfall amounts and water levels at several local lakes over the summer. They compared their measurements with data from the past 30 years. The scientists concluded that the area was drier this summer than in previous years. They plan to continue recording these measurements each summer for the next decade. What characteristics of the area are the scientists studying?

• Climate, because they are making more than one type of measurement

• Climate, because they are comparing rainfall amounts over a long period of time

• Weather, because they are tracking changes only to their local environment

• Weather, because they expect rainfall amounts and water levels to continue to decrease

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The water cycle is shown below. Which of the following correctly the number on the diagram to the process of the water cycle?

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The diagram above shows the process of evaporation over the ocean. What is the most likely effect of this process on the land areas nearby?

• Increased drought conditions

• Decreased erosion of the shoreline

• Increased precipitation

• Decreased solar energy

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People often discuss weather and climate by saying phrases like the ones listed above. Which of the charts have the phrases listed in the appropriate columns?

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The map below is used to predict the weather.

Students in which city will MOST likely want to wear a raincoat the next day?

• Denver

• Houston

• New York City

• Seattle

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When water flows back into the ocean it is called 

• condensation
• runoff
• transpiration
• precipitation

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The diagram above shows four stages of the water cycle.Which change is occurring at stage 1 in the diagram?

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  Water is changing from a gas to a solid.
• Water is changing from a liquid to a gas.
• Water is changing from a liquid to a solid.
• Water is changing from a solid to a liquid.

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Water moves directly from a lake to the air by which of the following processes?

• Condensation
• Evaporation
• Precipitation
• Sedimentation

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