5 Questions
What drives the water cycle?
Solar energy
What percentage of water on Earth participates in the short-term water cycle relevant for human consumption?
0.1%
What angle is formed by the two hydrogen atoms in a water molecule?
104°
What moderates the climate in coastal areas?
High heat capacity of water
What physical factors affect the rate of evaporation?
Relative humidity
Test your knowledge of water circulation through the environment with this quiz. Explore concepts such as evaporation, condensation, watersheds, and stream size. Brush up on Chapter 2 of the textbook for optional reading before taking the quiz.
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