The Role of the Water in the Atmosphere 2

What role do clouds play in the Earth's atmosphere?

• Clouds absorb sunlight and convert it into heat.

• Clouds reflect sunlight back into space, cooling the Earth's surface.

• Clouds trap heat, contributing to global warming.

• Clouds have no impact on the Earth's energy balance.

What is the process by which water vapor in the atmosphere cools and changes back into liquid water, forming clouds?

• Evaporation

• Condensation

• Precipitation

• Sublimation

How does water contribute to the urban heat island effect in cities?

• By reflecting sunlight and reducing heat absorption

• By trapping heat and increasing temperatures

• By increasing cloud cover and shading

• By promoting evaporation and cooling

What term describes the process by which water droplets in clouds combine to form larger droplets and fall to the Earth's surface?

• Evaporation

• Condensation

• Precipitation

• Transpiration

Which of the following types of precipitation is characterized by small balls or pellets of ice falling from the sky?

• Rain

• Snow

• Sleet

• Hail

Which of the following surfaces typically has a higher albedo, leading to greater reflection of sunlight.

• Asphalt pavement

• Snow-covered ground

• Grassland

• Dark soil

What is the primary source of water vapor in the Earth's atmosphere?

• Oceans

• Lakes

• Rivers

• Glaciers

Which of the following phenomena is caused by the uneven heating of the Earth's surface and the resulting movement of air masses?

• Hurricanes

• Tornadoes

• Thunderstorms

• Sea breezes

Which of the following processes describes the movement of water vapor from the Earth's surface to the atmosphere?

• Condensation

• Precipitation

• Evaporation

• Transpiration

What term describes the continuous movement of water between the Earth's surface and the atmosphere?

• Water cycle

• Hydrologic cycle

• Atmospheric circulation

• Climate change