Exploring the Water Cycle

What are the four main stages of the water cycle?

• Sublimation, filtration, irrigation, absorption

• Condensation, evaporation, filtration, runoff

• Transpiration, filtration, evaporation, storage

• Evaporation, condensation, precipitation, collection

What process involves water vapor turning into liquid water?

• Sublimation

• Condensation

• Evaporation

• Precipitation

How does water from the ground enter the atmosphere?

• Water enters the atmosphere through condensation.

• Water enters the atmosphere through evaporation and transpiration.

• Water is released into the atmosphere by precipitation.

• Water from the atmosphere is absorbed by the ground.

What is the term for water falling from clouds to the ground?

• Precipitation

• Transpiration

• Condensation

• Evaporation

What percentage of Earth's water is freshwater?

• 2.5%

• 10%

• 5%

• 1%

Where is most of the Earth's freshwater found?

• Atmosphere

• Rivers and lakes

• Glaciers and ice caps

• Groundwater

How does the water cycle support plant life?

• The water cycle is irrelevant to plant growth.

• The water cycle only affects animal life, not plants.

• The water cycle supports plant life by providing necessary water for growth and photosynthesis.

• The water cycle prevents plants from getting too much water.

What role do clouds play in the water cycle?

• Clouds are formed only during storms and have no other function.

• Clouds are primarily responsible for soil erosion.

• Clouds transport water vapor and release it as precipitation, playing a crucial role in the water cycle.

• Clouds absorb sunlight and increase temperatures.

How does evaporation affect temperature?

• Evaporation raises temperature by absorbing moisture from the environment.

• Evaporation lowers temperature by absorbing heat from the surroundings.

• Evaporation increases temperature by releasing heat into the air.

• Evaporation has no effect on temperature whatsoever.

Why is the water cycle important for ecosystems?

• The water cycle is primarily responsible for ocean currents.

• The water cycle is important for ecosystems because it regulates climate, supports plant growth, and maintains habitats.

• The water cycle has no effect on animal life.

• The water cycle is only important for human consumption.