Water Cycle Test

Front

What is the water cycle?

Back

The process of water moving between the atmosphere, land surface, and below the ground.

Front

Where is most of the water on Earth stored?

Back

In the oceans.

Front

What are the different forms of water in the water cycle?

Back

Liquid, solid, and gas.

Front

How does water move between the atmosphere and the surface?

Back

Through evaporation, evapotranspiration, and precipitation.

Front

Where is most of the freshwater stored on Earth?

Back

In freshwater lakes and rivers.

Front

What is evaporation?

Back

The process of water turning from liquid to gas.

Front

What is condensation?

Back

The process of water vapor cooling and turning back into liquid.

Front

What is precipitation?

Back

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

Front

What is groundwater?

Back

Water that is stored underground in soil and rock layers.

Front

What is the role of the sun in the water cycle?

Back

The sun provides energy for evaporation.