Water Cycle

During which stage of the water cycle does water change from a liquid to a gas?

• Condensation

• Evaporation

• Precipitation

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Lakes, rivers and streams are included in what type of water?

• Ocean Water

• Ground Water

• Surface Water

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Where does most of the energy that powers the water cycle come from?

• The Sun

• Plants

• Wind

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What is the correct term for plants releasing water from their leaves, which then evaporates?

• Condensation

• Precipitation

• Transpiration

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What is the correct term for rising water vapor meeting colder air and turning back into water droplets?

• Condensation

• Precipitation

• Dehydration

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A protected artificial or natural lake that is used to store water for human use is known as a(n)

• River

• Reservoir

• Watershed

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As time goes by, water goes through the water cycle again and again. Overall, the amount of water on Earth

• Stays the same

• increases

• decreases

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Which location contains the highest percentage of Earth's water supply?

• Glaciers

• Rivers

• Oceans

Precipitation that reaches Earth's surface and flows over the land is known as

• Surface Run Off

• Ground Water

• Water Vapor

Rain, sleet, snow and hail are all forms of

• Evaporation

• Precipitation

• Refrigeration

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