Atmosphere and Water Cycle

Front

What happens to the temperature as altitude increases?

Back

As altitude increases, the temperature decreases.

Front

What is the process of cooling water in the atmosphere that changes gas to a liquid?

Back

Condensation

Front

What is the term for rainfall that is not absorbed by soil and travels to the ocean or body of water?

Back

Run-Off

Front

What is the main cause of water evaporating from the ocean?

Back

Heat energy from the Sun.

Front

Why is the ozone layer vital to life on Earth?

Back

It shields the Earth from ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun.

Front

What is the water cycle?

Back

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

Front

What is evaporation?

Back

The process of turning from liquid into vapor.

Front

What is precipitation?

Back

Any form of water, liquid or solid, that falls from clouds and reaches the ground.

Front

What is transpiration?

Back

The process by which moisture is carried from plants to the atmosphere.

Front

What role do clouds play in the water cycle?

Back

Clouds are formed by condensation and are essential for precipitation.