Water, Water, Everywhere: the Water Cycle

The video tutorial explains the different forms of precipitation, such as rain, snow, sleet, and hail, and their commonality as forms of water falling from the sky. It explores the origins of precipitation, which can come from various water sources like oceans and fountains. The video introduces the water cycle, describing the continuous movement of water from sources to the atmosphere and back to Earth. It details the processes of evaporation and condensation, leading to cloud formation and precipitation. Finally, it covers how precipitation contributes to surface runoff, collecting in bodies of water and restarting the cycle.

Which of the following is NOT a form of precipitation?

• Hail

• Fog

• Snow

• Rain

Where can the water found in precipitation originate from?

• Mountains

• Deserts

• Fountains

• Forests

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

• Sublimation

• Precipitation

• Condensation

• Evaporation

What forms in the sky as a result of condensation?

• Clouds

• Rain

• Hail

• Snow

What happens to water once it hits the Earth's surface?

• It seeps into the ground or flows as runoff

• It disappears

• It evaporates immediately

• It turns into ice