Water Cycle

Front

What is the process called when water vapor turns into liquid water, forming clouds?

Back

Condensation

Front

What is the primary energy source that drives the water cycle?

Back

The sun

Front

What do we call the solid form of water that is found in glaciers?

Back

Ice

Front

What is the term for the movement of water from the ground to the atmosphere through evaporation and transpiration?

Back

Evaporation

Front

What is the term for the process where water falls from the atmosphere to the ground in the form of rain, snow, sleet, or hail?

Back

Precipitation

Front

What is the name of the large body of saltwater that covers most of the Earth's surface?

Back

Ocean

Front

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

Back

Atmosphere

Front

What is the process called when plants release water vapor into the air?

Back

Transpiration

Front

Where is most of the Earth's freshwater stored?

Back

Glaciers

Front

What is the term for the continuous movement of water on, above, and below the surface of the Earth?

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Water Cycle