Water Cycle Quiz

Water found underground in rocks and soil is called (a)   .

Plants release water vapour into the air through a process called (a)   .

The water cycle only happens during the rainy season.

• True

• False

Glaciers store about 10% of the world's freshwater.

• True

• False

The sun causes water to change from liquid to gas in a process called (a)   .

What is the main source of energy that drives the water cycle?

• Wind

• Gravity

• Sunlight

• The Moon

Which process happens when rainwater soaks into the ground?

• Transpiration

• Infiltration

• Evaporation

• Runoff

Condensation happens when water vapour turns into a solid.

• True

• False

What is the process where water from oceans, lakes, and rivers turns into water vapour?

• Condensation

• Infiltration

• Evaporation

• Precipitation

What is the name for rain, snow, or hail falling from clouds?

• Condensation

• Precipitation

• Evaporation

• Runoff