Pretest on Earth's Water Cycle

Which of the following best describes the water cycle?

• The movement of water from the ocean to the land and back again.

• The continuous movement of water on, above, and below the Earth's surface.

• The process of turning water into ice or steam.

• The process of water evaporating from plants.

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What is the main source of energy that drives the water cycle?

• Wind

• Sun

• Gravity

• Rain

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Which of the following is NOT a part of the water cycle?

• Evaporation

• Condensation

• Precipitation

• Photosynthesis

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What happens during condensation in the water cycle?

• Water vapor turns into liquid water.

• Liquid water turns into water vapor.

• Water falls from the clouds as rain.

• Water is absorbed by plants.

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How does water return to the Earth's surface in the water cycle?

• Through evaporation

• Through condensation

• Through precipitation

• Through transpiration

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Which of the following is an example of precipitation?

• Water turning into steam

• Water droplets forming on a cold glass

• Rain falling from the clouds

• Water evaporating from a lake

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What role does gravity play in the water cycle?

• It causes water to evaporate.

• It causes water to condense.

• It causes water to flow downhill.

• It causes water to freeze.

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How does the water cycle help to maintain Earth's ecosystems?

• By providing water for plants and animals to survive.

• By creating clouds that block harmful UV rays.

• By causing earthquakes and volcanic eruptions.

• By regulating the Earth's temperature.

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Which of the following is NOT a reservoir in the water cycle?

• Oceans

• Lakes

• Forests

• Glaciers

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What is the role of plants in the water cycle?

• They absorb water from the ground.

• They release water vapor through transpiration.

• They cause water to evaporate faster.

• They prevent water from evaporating.

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