Hydrologic Cycle Quiz

What is the main source of water for evaporation in the hydrologic cycle?

• Deserts

• Forests

• Oceans

• Mountains

What process involves water vapor condensing into tiny ice or water droplets in the atmosphere?

• Precipitation

• Condensation

• Sublimation

• Evaporation

In which process does ice directly convert into water vapor without becoming liquid?

• Evaporation

• Condensation

• Precipitation

• Sublimation

What type of precipitation falls as snow, drizzle, sleet, or hail in very low temperatures?

• Rain

• Fog

• Snow

• Hail

How is water absorbed by soil used by plants for photosynthesis released back into the atmosphere?

• Evaporation

• Sublimation

• Condensation

• Transpiration

What is the process where surface water flows over the earth's surface, displacing topsoil and carrying minerals?

• Run-off

• Infiltration

• Transpiration

• Evaporation

Which process involves some precipitation being absorbed by plants or evaporating, while some seeps deep into the soil?

• Infiltration

• Run-off

• Precipitation

• Sublimation

What is a way to conserve water by fixing leaks in pipes and faucets?

• Ignore leaks

• Use water-efficient appliances

• Increase water usage

• Waste water

Which activity helps in water conservation by collecting rainwater for outdoor use?

• Wasting water

• Using water-efficient appliances

• Collecting rainwater

• Ignoring leaks

What is a key aspect of water conservation in daily activities?

• Limiting water usage

• Increasing water usage

• Ignoring water waste

• Using water-efficient appliances