The Water Cycle
List the 4 phases of the water cycle. (Double the points if each phase is spelled correctly!)
Evaporation
Condensation
Precipitation
Collection
________ a part of soil that is made of once-living things.
Humus a part of soil that is made of once-living things.
**DOUBLE JEOPARDY**
What types of weather can cause weathering?
Examples:
* Rain
* Lightning
* Wind
* Sand storms
* Tornadoes
* Flooding
How does a volcano change the surface of the Earth?
Example: A volcano changes the surface of the Earth through magma burning everything in its path. Trees, grass, houses, buildings, and other things can be destroyed when a volcano erupts.
Which animal cannot walk backwards?
A. Crocodile
B. Koala Bear
C. Kangaroo
D. Iguana
Which animal cannot walk backwards?
A. Crocodile
B. Koala Bear
C. Kangaroo
D. Iguana
What is transpiration and which phase of the water cycle does it belong to?
Transpiration is the evaporation of water from plants. It belongs in the evaporation phase of the water cycle.
Soil is made up of _________ and __________.
Soil is made up of weathered rock and humus (decomposed plants and animals).
* Water
* Air
* = accepted answers as well
What is decomposition?
Decomposition is the process that happens to plants and animals when they die. Their nutrients become a part of the soil.
How does an earthquake change the surface of the Earth?
The surface of the Earth changes during an earthquake because it can cause the ground to shake and split open. This can cause a lot of damage to homes and buildings.
How many Earth days does it take Venus to spin around once?
A. 3 days
B. 10 days
C. 18 days
D. 243 days
How many Earth days does it take Venus to spin around once?
A. 3 days
B. 10 days
C. 18 days
D. 243 days
List the 4 types of precipitation. (Double the points if all 4 types are spelled correctly!)
Rain, snow, hail, & sleet
What happens to plants and animals when they die?
They become a part of the soil when their bodies are decomposed into humus.
What is weathering?
Weathering is the breaking down of rocks on the Earth's surface over a long period of time.
How does a landslide change the surface of the Earth?
A landslide can change the surface of the Earth because what was on top of a hill, mountain, or slope could fall downward. Landslides can be dangerous.
According to scientific studies, the human _____ generates enough energy to power a lightbulb thanks to neurons that send electrical signals throughout your body.
According to scientific studies, the human brain generates enough energy to power a lightbulb thanks to neurons that send electrical signals throughout your body.
___________ is the phase where the evaporated water condenses in the air and creates clouds.
Condensation is the phase where the evaporated water condenses in the air and creates clouds.
List the 3 types of soil we have learned about.
1. Sandy soil
2. Silty soil
3. Clay soil
What causes soil erosion?
Soil erosion is caused by water flooding and receding over time.
How can a tsunami change the surface of the Earth?
A tsunami can change the surface of the Earth by causing massive flooding in the areas it hits. Homes, buildings, schools, cars, and everything close to the seaside can be swept away.
How many hearts does an octopus have?
A. 3
B. 5
C. 8
D. 10
How many hearts does an octopus have?
A. 3
B. 5
C. 8
D. 10
Without the ________, the water cycle could not exist.
Without the sun, the water cycle could not exist.
Explain why clay soil doesn't absorb water very well.
Clay soil doesn't absorb water well because clay soil is made up of tiny pieces of rock and dirt that are tightly packed together. There is no room for water or air to flow through.
Explain the process of how river rocks become so smooth over time.
Why should we learn about fast changes that can happen to the Earth's surface?
Example: Many fast changes involve dangerous events such as volcano eruptions, landslides, and earthquakes. They can cause serious damage, so we should be aware of them in case we need to prepare for them.
What food did archaeologists discover in ancient Egyptian tombs that were over 3,000 years old -- and it was still good enough to eat?
Honey!