Water Cycle

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What is the water cycle?

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The water cycle is the continuous process by which water moves from the Earth's surface to the atmosphere and back, involving processes like evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.

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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process by which water changes from a liquid to a gas (water vapor) due to heat.

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What is condensation?

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

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What is precipitation?

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Precipitation is any form of water, such as rain, snow, sleet, or hail, that falls from clouds to the Earth's surface.

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What is transpiration?

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Transpiration is the process by which water vapor is released from plants into the atmosphere through small openings in their leaves.

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What is groundwater?

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Groundwater is water that is stored beneath the Earth's surface in cracks and pores in soil and rock.

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What are clouds?

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Clouds are made up of tiny water droplets or ice crystals that are so small they remain suspended in the air.

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What role do lakes and rivers play in the water cycle?

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Lakes and rivers are surface water bodies that store water and are part of the water cycle, receiving water from precipitation and contributing to evaporation.

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What is the biosphere?

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The biosphere is the global sum of all ecosystems, where living organisms interact with water, air, and soil.

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What is the atmosphere?

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The atmosphere is the layer of gases surrounding the Earth, where water vapor is present and plays a crucial role in weather and climate.