The Water Cycle

Front

What is the process by which water vapor becomes liquid water?

Back

Condensation

Front

What is the step in the water cycle that moves the most amount of water up into the atmosphere?

Back

Evaporation

Front

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

Back

Evaporation

Front

What is the process in which water vapor is released into the atmosphere through plants?

Back

Transpiration

Front

What is the term for the water that flows over the ground and returns to bodies of water?

Back

Run-off

Front

What is the definition of precipitation in the water cycle?

Back

Any form of water, liquid or solid, that falls from the atmosphere to the Earth's surface.

Front

What is the role of gravity in the water cycle?

Back

Gravity pulls water down during precipitation and influences run-off.

Front

What is the definition of a cycle in scientific terms?

Back

A series of events that repeat themselves.

Front

What are the main components of the water cycle?

Back

Evaporation, condensation, precipitation, transpiration, and run-off.

Front

How does temperature affect evaporation rates?

Back

Higher temperatures increase evaporation rates.