Earth's Water L1-L4

Front

What is the specific heat of water?

Back

Water has a high specific heat, meaning it takes a long time to warm up a large amount of water.

Front

What is transpiration?

Back

Transpiration is the process by which plants release water vapor into the air.

Front

What property of water allows a small insect to walk across calm water?

Back

Cohesion is the property of water that allows a small insect to walk across calm water.

Front

What percentage of the world's water is fresh water?

Back

Only 3% of the world's water is fresh water.

Front

What happens to water molecules as the temperature increases?

Back

As the temperature of water gets hotter, the molecules move faster.

Front

Define cohesion in the context of water.

Back

Cohesion is the attraction between water molecules that allows them to stick together.

Front

What is evaporation?

Back

Evaporation is the process by which water changes from a liquid to a gas.

Front

What is condensation?

Back

Condensation is the process by which water vapor cools and changes back into liquid water.

Front

Explain the water cycle.

Back

The water cycle is the continuous movement of water on, above, and below the surface of the Earth.

Front

What is the difference between weather and climate?

Back

Weather refers to short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate refers to long-term patterns of temperature and precipitation.