Exploring the Water Cycle: Understanding Evaporation, Condensation, and Precipitation

The video explains the water cycle, starting with evaporation where water turns into vapor due to heat. It then covers condensation, where vapor cools and forms clouds, leading to precipitation like rain or snow. The cycle continues as water returns to the earth, entering oceans, rivers, and soil. Plants play a role through transpiration, releasing water back into the air. The video concludes with a review and highlights the importance of water conservation.

What happens to water when it is heated by the sun?

• It condenses into clouds.

• It evaporates into vapor.

• It turns into rain.

• It freezes into ice.

Why do clouds appear white?

• Because they are very thin.

• Because sunlight is reflected by the water droplets.

• Because they are made of ice.

• Because the water droplets are white.

What causes clouds to become dark?

• More droplets gather, making the cloud thicker.

• The clouds are too thin.

• The sun is shining more brightly.

• The water droplets change color.

What is precipitation?

• Water vapor rising into the air.

• Water falling from the atmosphere to the ground.

• Water turning into vapor.

• Water being absorbed by plant roots.

How long can a drop of water stay in the ocean before evaporating?

• Up to 30 years

• Up to 3000 years

• Up to 3 years

• Up to 300 years

What is the process called when plants release water through their leaves?

• Evaporation

• Precipitation

• Condensation

• Transpiration

How can you observe transpiration in a houseplant?

• By placing it in direct sunlight.

• By covering it with a clear plastic bag.

• By watering it excessively.

• By not watering it at all.