Processes
What is the process of water turning into vapor?
What do we call the visible mass of condensed water vapor in the atmosphere?
A cloud is a mass of condensed water vapor.
How does the water cycle affect weather patterns?
The water cycle influences precipitation and temperature.
True or False: The water cycle is a closed system.
True, the water cycle is a closed system.
What is the process where water vapor turns back into liquid?
Condensation is when water vapor cools and forms liquid droplets.
What body of water collects rainwater and runoff?
A lake collects rainwater and runoff.
: What is one way the water cycle supports plant life?
The water cycle provides moisture essential for plant growth.
What percentage of the Earth's water is freshwater?
About 2.5% of Earth's water is freshwater.
What is the term for water falling from the sky?
What is the underground layer of water-saturated rock or soil called?
Discuss how urbanization impacts the natural water cycle.
Urbanization changes land surfaces, leading to more flooding and less groundwater recharge.
What is the longest time water can stay in the ocean before evaporating?
Water can stay in the ocean for thousands of years.
Describe the process by which water vapor cools and forms tiny droplets that aggregate to form clouds.
Condensation forms clouds by cooling water vapor into droplets
Identify the term that describes the process of surface runoff contributing to groundwater recharge.
Infiltration is when surface water seeps into the ground.
: Analyze the relationship between climate change and changes in precipitation patterns globally.
Climate change changes rainfall patterns and increases extreme weather.
Define the term "hydrologic cycle."
The hydrologic cycle is the continuous movement of water on Earth.
Explain the mechanism by which water moves from the soil into the atmosphere through plant transpiration.
Transpiration is when plants release water vapor into the air.
What is the role of the water table in the hydrological cycle?
The water table indicates the depth of groundwater availability.
Evaluate the long-term effects of drought on the water cycle.Drought reduces water supply and harms ecosystems.
Drought reduces water supply and harms ecosystems.
What unique feature can clouds have that indicates heavy precipitation?
Cumulonimbus clouds indicate heavy precipitation.