Rainwater Cycle Quiz

What happens to water after it falls as rain or snow?

• It evaporates immediately

• It forms clouds

• It runs back to the sea

• It stays in the atmosphere

What is the term for water falling from clouds as rain or snow?

• Evaporation

• Condensation

• Precipitation

• Transpiration

Which process in the rainwater cycle involves water flowing?

• Evaporation

• Condensation

• Rivers flow

• Precipitation

Which of the following is an underground source of water in the UK?

• Lakes

• Wells

• Rivers

• Streams

What is NOT considered an underground source of water in the UK?

• Springs

• Bore-holes

• Lakes

• Wells

What type of water source is a spring considered in the UK?

• Surface source

• Underground source

• Oceanic source

• Atmospheric source

What is the description for Category 5 fluids?

• Wholesome water

• Water with a slight health risk

• Water with a significant health risk

• Fluids representing a severe health risk containing pathogenic organisms

Which category includes fluids with a significant health risk?

• Category 1

• Category 2

• Category 4

• Category 5

What is the largest source of water usage in the UK according to the image?

• Flushing toilets

• Bathing and showering

• Washing clothes

• Cooking and drinking

Which activity uses more water: bathing and showering or flushing toilets?

• Bathing and showering

• Flushing toilets

• Both use the same amount

• Neither uses water