Earth's Waters and Water Cycle

Front

Freshwater can be found in ________________.

Back

all of the above (lakes, ponds, streams, underground)

Front

What is the water that fills the cracks and spaces in underground soil and rock layers called?

Back

groundwater

Front

Why is MOST of the freshwater on Earth not available for our use?

Back

It is frozen in the icecaps and glaciers.

Front

Fresh water flows from the tops of mountains and hills downward in moving bodies of water known as _________________.

Back

rivers

Front

Which part of the water cycle changes liquid water to water vapor?

Back

evaporation

Front

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

Back

condensation

Front

What is precipitation?

Back

Any form of water that falls from the atmosphere to the Earth's surface, including rain, snow, sleet, and hail.

Front

What is the term for the continuous movement of water on, above, and below the surface of the Earth?

Back

water cycle

Front

What is the main source of Earth's freshwater?

Back

Glaciers and ice caps hold the majority of Earth's freshwater.

Front

What is the term for water that is stored underground?

Back

groundwater