The Earth System

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What is the process called when water vapor cools and turns into liquid water?

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Condensation

Front

What is a group of atoms joined together in a particular way called?

Back

Molecule

Front

Where does water vapor in the air come from?

Back

Liquid water that has evaporated.

Front

What happens to water vapor when it rises in the atmosphere?

Back

It cools and can condense to form clouds.

Front

What is the term for the movement of water from the ground to the atmosphere?

Back

Evaporation

Front

What is the main component of the Earth's atmosphere?

Back

Nitrogen (about 78%) and Oxygen (about 21%)

Front

What is precipitation?

Back

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

Front

What happens to air when it is heated?

Back

It becomes less dense and rises.

Front

What is the term for the upward movement of air?

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Convection

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What role do mountains play in weather patterns?

Back

They can direct wind upward, causing cooling and condensation.