The Water Cycle Quiz

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Where is water in its liquid phase found according to the text?

Underneath the earth's crust
Deserts and arid regions
Mountains and valleys
Oceans, rivers, and lakes (correct)

What is the primary form of water at the north and south poles?

Liquid water
Solid water or ice (correct)
Water vapor
Molten water

In which phase is water found in the earth's atmosphere?

Liquid water
Molten water
Solid water or ice
Water vapor (correct)

What is the process called through which the water cycle happens?

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How many stages does the water cycle have according to the text?

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Liquid water location

Liquid water is found in oceans, rivers, and lakes.

Polar water form

Water at the poles is primarily ice (solid form).

Water in atmosphere

Water exists as vapor in the atmosphere.

Water cycle process

The water cycle is a process that describes movement of water between the earth, the atmosphere , and the water bodies.

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Water cycle stages

The water cycle describes water's movement through several stages. While the exact number may vary depending on the model, the text notes several key stages in the water cycle.

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Study Notes

Water Distribution

Liquid water is found in oceans, lakes, rivers, and underground

Polar Regions

At the north and south poles, water is primarily found in its solid phase (ice)

Atmospheric Water

Water is found in its gaseous phase in the earth's atmosphere

The Water Cycle

The process of continuous movement of water on, above, and below the surface of the earth is called the hydrologic cycle
The water cycle has several stages