Water Cycle

Front

What is the energy source for the water cycle?

Back

the Sun

Front

What part of the water cycle involves water vapor turning into liquid water?

Back

condensation

Front

Does the water cycle have a start or end?

Back

True

Front

What is it called when plants give off water vapor as a waste product?

Back

transpiration

Front

What part of the water cycle involves water falling from clouds?

Back

precipitation

Front

What process involves water changing from liquid to gas?

Back

evaporation

Front

What is the term for the continuous movement of water on, above, and below the surface of the Earth?

Back

water cycle

Front

What is the process called when water vapor cools and forms clouds?

Back

condensation

Front

What is the term for the process of water soaking into the ground?

Back

infiltration

Front

What is the role of the Sun in the water cycle?

Back

It provides energy for evaporation.