Vocabulary 1
The laying down of sediment carried by wind, flowing water, the sea or ice.
deposition
The conversion of a vapor or gas to a liquid.
condensation
Water with very low salt content, different from seawater or brackish water.
freshwater
The continuous movement of water on, above and below the surface of Earth.
water cycle
The solid portion of Earth including the crust and upper mantle of Earth.
geosphere
Movement of rocks and soil across Earth's surface by gravity, wind, or water.
erosion
The process of turning from liquid into vapor (gas).
evaporation
A slowly moving mass of ice formed by accumulated, compacted snow on mountains or near poles.
glacier
Water that is good for drinking without fear of poisoning or disease.
potable
All living things on Earth
biosphere
The process of breaking down by wind, water, or other natural agents.
weathering
A dry area on the leeward side of mountains where peaks block rain, creating a "shadow" of dryness.
rain shadow
Water held underground in the soil or in pores and cracks in rock.
groundwater
A large natural or artificial lake used as a source of water supply.
reservoir
All Earth's surface waters (lakes, seas, rivers, oceans, glaciers) and water above the surface (clouds).
hydrosphere
Broken rock and mineral particles moved by wind, water, ice, or gravity.
sediment
Winds that blow constantly in a given direction over a particular region on Earth.
prevailing winds
Water held underground in the soil or in pores and cracks in rock.
groundwater
Rain, snow, sleet, or hail that falls to the ground.
precipitation
A set of layers of gases surrounding Earth or another planet.
atmosphere
The science or practice of farming, including cultivation of the soil for growing crops and raising animals to provide food, wool, and other products.
agriculture
The side of a mountain or landform that faces into the prevailing winds. This side receives moisture-laden air from the ocean or other water sources, resulting in higher precipitation.
windward side
A natural solution containing high concentrations of dissolved salts (usually seawater).
saltwater
A tropical storm with winds ≥74 mph, usually with heavy rain, thunder, and lightning.
hurricane
The four Earth spheres function independently of each other. True or false and explain.
False, they are connected and have an effect on each other.
Avoiding depletion of natural resources to maintain ecological balance.
sustainability
The side of a mountain or landform that is sheltered from prevailing winds. This side receives dry air that has already lost its moisture on the windward side, resulting in lower precipitation.
leeward side
A precise, sterilized mixture of water and sodium chloride, usually at 0.9% concentration (matching bodily fluids).
saline
Most of the water on Earth is in Earth's lakes. True or False.
False
The closer you are to Earth's surface, are there more or less air particles in the atmosphere? Explain.
More air particles due to gravity.