The Water Cycle

Front

What is the process of water vapor turning into liquid water called?

Back

Condensation

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

Front

What is the term for the movement of water from the surface of the Earth to the atmosphere?

Back

Evaporation

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

Front

What is the process by which plants release water vapor into the atmosphere?

Back

Transpiration

Front

What is the term for the solid form of water that can change directly into gas?

Back

Ice (Sublimation)

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

NGSS.MS-PS3-4

Front

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

Back

The Sun

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

Front

What is the term for the layer of gases surrounding the Earth?

Back

Atmosphere

Front

What is the process called when precipitation falls back to the Earth?

Back

Precipitation

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-1

NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

Front

What is the term for the collection of water in oceans, rivers, and lakes?

Back

Water bodies

Front

What is the process by which water seeps into the ground called?

Back

Infiltration

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

Front

What is the term for the water that is stored underground?

Back

Groundwater

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-1