EES Hydrology - Water Cycle

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Water from rain or snow that flows over the surface of the land into streams, rivers, and lakes is called...

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runoff

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The process by which plants release water through the pores in their leaves is called...

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transpiration

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The transformation of water vapor back into liquid water by cooling is called...

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condensation

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If a rain drop lands in the ocean, it will eventually _______ , and return to the clouds.

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evaporate

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Water vapor is the _______ form of water.

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gaseous

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Any form of water that falls from clouds and reaches Earth's surface as rain, snow, sleet, or hail is called...

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precipitation 

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What collects in cracks and spaces in the rocks and sediments beneath Earth's surface? Options: runoff, surface water, ground water, water vapor

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ground water

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All of the water we see in lakes, rivers, and oceans is called...

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surface water

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What can carry pollutants from the soil into rivers and streams? Options: runoff water, sunlight and heat, water vapor

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runoff water

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The continuous movement of water from Earth's surface to the atmosphere and back again.

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water cycle