Water Unit Review

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What happens when the polar ice caps melt?

Back

Sea level rises.

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Where does most drinking water come from?

Back

Groundwater.

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What happens to water density when temperature decreases?

Back

Density increases.

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How does temperature affect ocean currents?

Back

Cold water is dense and will sink. As the water warms up, it becomes less dense and will rise to the surface.

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What is the process called when water from plants is released into the atmosphere?

Back

Transpiration.

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What is the water cycle?

Back

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

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What is evaporation?

Back

The process by which water changes from a liquid to a gas.

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What is condensation?

Back

The process by which water vapor cools and changes back into liquid water.

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What is precipitation?

Back

Any form of water that falls from clouds to the Earth's surface, including rain, snow, sleet, and hail.

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What is groundwater?

Back

Water that is stored underground in soil and rock layers.