Water Cycle

Front

What is the energy source that drives the water cycle?

Back

The sun.

Front

When water _________, dew forms.

Back

Condenses.

Front

Which stage does condensation show in the water cycle?

Back

Condensation.

Front

Which is a form of condensation?

Back

Fog.

Front

On which kind of day would you expect the most evaporation from the surface of a pond?

Back

Sunny and hot.

Front

What is evaporation?

Back

The process of water turning into vapor.

Front

What is condensation?

Back

The process of water vapor turning into liquid water.

Front

What is precipitation?

Back

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

Front

What is runoff?

Back

Water that flows over the ground surface and returns to bodies of water.

Front

What role does the sun play in the water cycle?

Back

It provides the energy needed for evaporation.