Water Cycle Quiz

What is the never-ending movement of Earth's water through evaporation, condensation, and precipitation called?

• Water cycle

• Water flow

• Water stream

• Water path

What causes evaporation in Earth's water cycle?

• Moon's energy

• Sun's energy

• Wind energy

• Ocean's energy

Why do the oceans never overflow?

• Water is absorbed by the sand

• Water is used by fish

• Water evaporates from them

• Water is frozen

What is the main energy source for the water cycle?

• The Moon

• The Sun

• The Wind

• The Earth

What happens to water during evaporation in the water cycle?

• Water turns into ice

• Water absorbs heat and turns into vapor

• Water releases heat and turns into liquid

• Water stays the same

What is the process called when water vapor turns back into liquid?

• Evaporation

• Freezing

• Condensation

• Melting

What happens during precipitation in the water cycle?

• Water vapor turns into ice

• Water falls as rain, snow, or hail

• Water absorbs heat and becomes vapor

• Water stays in the clouds