Water Cycle Quiz for 6th Grade

What is the process by which water changes from a liquid to a gas?

• Condensation

• Evaporation

• Crystallization

• Precipitation

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Which force pulls rain and snow down to Earth?

• Wind

• Friction

• Magnetism

• Gravity

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What role does the Sun play in the water cycle?

• It causes precipitation

• It provides energy for evaporation

• It absorbs water

• It cools water vapor

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What is the largest reservoir of water on Earth's surface?

• Glaciers

• Rivers

• Lakes

• Oceans

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What happens during condensation?

• Water turns into vapor

• Vapor turns into liquid

• Ice melts

• Water freezes

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How do plants contribute to the water cycle?

• By blocking sunlight

• By storing water in roots

• By releasing water vapor through leaves

• By absorbing water vapor

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What is groundwater?

• Water in oceans

• Water in the atmosphere

• Water in rivers

• Water beneath the ground

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What is the process of water being released from clouds?

• Condensation

• Transpiration

• Evaporation

• Precipitation

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How do snowflakes form?

• By evaporating water

• By crystallizing water vapor

• By freezing rain

• By melting ice

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What is the gaseous phase of water called?

• Ice

• Liquid

• Water vapor

• Steam