Water Cycle - 5th Grade Science

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What is the water cycle?

A cycle of processes which circulates water between earth, atmosphere and land

Water is continually being recycled.

True

Examples of bodies of water?

Lakes, rivers, wells, seas, ponds, streams

How is the water mostly heated during the water cycle?

The sun Signup and view all the answers

Examples of evaporation?

Steam, clothes drying on clothes line, puddles drying up after a rain Signup and view all the answers

Examples of condensation?

Dew Signup and view all the answers

Examples of precipitation?

Rain, snow, sleet, hail Signup and view all the answers

Where does the water cycle occur?

Everywhere Signup and view all the answers

What is runoff?

The draining away of water from the surface of an area of land. Signup and view all the answers

What is transpiration?

The evaporation of water from plants. Signup and view all the answers

What is evaporation?

When the sun heats up water in rivers, lakes, or oceans and turns it into water vapor or steam. Signup and view all the answers

What is condensation?

When water vapor in the air loses energy and changes back into liquid forming clouds. Signup and view all the answers

What percent of water on the Earth is freshwater?

3% Signup and view all the answers

What is collection in the water cycle?

When water falls to the Earth as precipitation, it collects in oceans, lakes, rivers, or streams. Signup and view all the answers

What percent of water on the Earth is usable?

1% Signup and view all the answers

What is precipitation?

When water falls to Earth's surface due to droplets combining to form larger droplets. Signup and view all the answers

What percent of water on the Earth is saltwater?

97% Signup and view all the answers

What is water vapor?

The gaseous state of water. Signup and view all the answers

What is the driving force of the water cycle?

The sun Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Overview of the Water Cycle

The water cycle is a continuous process that circulates water between the Earth, atmosphere, and land.
Water is constantly being recycled through various stages and processes.

Water Bodies

Examples include lakes, rivers, wells, seas, ponds, and streams.

Heating Element

The sun plays a crucial role as the primary source of heat for the water cycle.

Evaporation

Evaporation occurs when water changes into vapor due to heat from the sun.
Examples include steam, drying clothes on a line, and puddles disappearing after rain.

Condensation

Condensation is the process of water vapor cooling and changing back to liquid, resulting in cloud formation.
Dew is a common example of condensation.

Precipitation

Precipitation includes any form of water falling from the sky, such as rain, snow, sleet, and hail.

Universal Cycle

The water cycle takes place everywhere on Earth, in various environments.

Runoff

Runoff refers to the draining of water from surfaces into bodies of water, such as rivers and lakes.

Transpiration

Transpiration is the process where water evaporates from plant surfaces into the atmosphere.

States of Water

Evaporation transforms liquid water into water vapor.
Condensation transforms water vapor back into liquid water, forming clouds.

Water Distribution

Only 3% of the Earth's water is freshwater; this is crucial for drinking and agriculture.
Only 1% of the Earth's total water is usable for human needs.
Saltwater accounts for 97% of the Earth's water, primarily found in oceans.

Water Collection

After precipitation, water collects in various bodies, including oceans, rivers, lakes, and streams.

Water Vapor

Water vapor is the gaseous state of water, essential for the condensation process.

Driving Force

The sun is the driving force behind the water cycle, providing the energy necessary for evaporation and other processes.

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This quiz explores the water cycle, its processes, and key concepts suitable for 5th-grade science students. Test your understanding of how water is recycled and the different bodies of water involved in this vital cycle. Get ready to learn about the essential role of the sun in heating water during the cycle!