The Water Cycle

Front

What is the primary reason Earth supports life?

Back

Due to the water cycle

Front

What percentage of Earth's water is found in the oceans?

Back

70%

Front

Which form of precipitation is in a solid state? Options: Snow, Fog, Mist, Rain

Back

Snow

Front

What happens to precipitation that falls on vegetation?

Back

It is intercepted before hitting the ground

Front

How does groundwater move?

Back

Sideways or laterally towards rivers or seas

Front

What causes water to evaporate?

Back

The heat of the sun

Front

What is transpiration?

Back

Water release from plants into the atmosphere

Front

What is the term used to describe evaporation from soil and water surfaces plus transpiration from plants?

Back

Evaporanspiration

Front

What is the role of clouds in the water cycle?

Back

To condense water vapor into precipitation

Front

How does water return to the Earth's surface from clouds?

Back

As precipitation