Questions and Answers
What is the process called when a substance changes from a liquid to a gas?
What is condensation?
The change of state from a gas to a liquid.
What is precipitation?
Any form of water that falls from clouds and reaches Earth's surface.
What is surface runoff?
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What is infiltration?
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What is transpiration?
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Study Notes
Water Cycle Terminology
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Evaporation: Process where liquid water transforms into vapor, contributing to atmospheric moisture.
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Condensation: Occurs when water vapor cools and transforms back into liquid, forming clouds.
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Precipitation: All forms of water (rain, snow, sleet, hail) that fall from clouds and reach the Earth's surface.
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Surface Runoff: Water that drains over the land surface, eventually flowing into lakes, rivers, or oceans.
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Infiltration: The movement of water from the surface into the soil, crucial for replenishing groundwater reserves.
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Transpiration: The release of water vapor from plant leaves into the atmosphere, a vital part of the water cycle.
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Test your knowledge of the water cycle with this labeling quiz. Learn about key processes such as evaporation, condensation, precipitation, and surface runoff. Perfect for students and anyone looking to better understand how water moves through our environment.
