Understanding the Hydrologic Cycle and Water Management

What is the primary source of water vapor in the hydrologic cycle?

• Glaciers

• Lakes

• Rivers

• Oceans

Which process involves water vapor moving horizontally through the atmosphere?

• Evaporation

• Condensation

• Advection

• Precipitation

What is one of the main concerns for water systems using surface water?

• Protecting water quality

• Increasing water temperature

• Enhancing water color

• Reducing water flow

What determines the rate at which water recharges an aquifer?

• Ground permeability and porosity

• Wind speed

• Water temperature

• Amount of rainfall

What is a potential consequence of overdrawing an aquifer?

• Seawater intrusion

• Higher water temperatures

• Increased rainfall

• More frequent flooding