Water Cycle Flashcard

Front

What is the process by which water vapor turns into liquid water?

Back

Condensation

Front

Which part of the water cycle involves water changing from liquid to gas?

Back

Evaporation

Front

Precipitation includes which of the following?

Back

Rain, snow, sleet, and hail

Front

What powers the water cycle?

Back

The sun

Front

What is the process of plants releasing water vapor into the air?

Back

Transpiration

Front

Evaporation happens when water is heated by the sun.

Back

True

Front

Clouds form during the condensation phase of the water cycle.

Back

True

Front

Water always flows downhill as runoff.

Back

True

Front

Can water from the ocean evaporate?

Back

False

Front

The water cycle is a closed system, meaning no new water is created.

Back

True