The Hydrosphere: Distribution, Water Cycle, and Properties

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What is the hydrosphere?
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The hydrosphere is the combined mass of water found on, under, and above the surface of a planet, including oceans, rivers, lakes, groundwater, and water vapor in the atmosphere.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What percentage of Earth's water is salt water?
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About 97% of Earth's water is salt water found in the oceans.
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Where is the majority of fresh water on Earth found?
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The majority of fresh water on Earth is found in ice caps and glaciers.
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What are the three states of water found on Earth?
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Water can be found in three states: water vapor (gas), liquid water, and ice (solid).
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is transpiration?
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Transpiration is the process by which plants lose water in the form of water vapor.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is groundwater?
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Groundwater is the water that is found beneath the Earth's surface, stored in aquifers.
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Which type of substances are least likely to dissolve in water?
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Nonpolar fats and oils are least likely to dissolve in water.
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