the Changing Earth
Where does the Moon get it's light?
the Sun
If Thursday's rainfall accumulation was 5.2cm and 2.1cm. What was the total?
7.3cm
Which describes ice changing the earth by erosion?
Water freezes in cracks of rock causing them to crack.
The energy that causes evaporation in the water cycle comes from the...
the Sun
What is the correct sequence of seasons?
Winter, Spring, Summer, Autumn
What process causes water droplets to form on the grass?
condensation
What are the forms of precipitation?
Rain, hail, sleet, and snow
What process changes the shape of a hill to change over time?
erosion
When water droplets condense, they form...
Clouds
What correct seasons would follow winter?
Spring, Summer, Autumn
What causes the seasons to change throughout the year?
the continual movement of the Earth around the Sun
What do we call rain that freezes as it falls from the sky?
Sleet
The formation of a river delta is an example of....
deposition
When it is raining, what process of the water cycle is occuring?
Precipitation
Which seasons follow Summer?
Autumn, Winter and Spring
The moon is a natural_______
Satellite
Precipitation that falls in the form of flakes is called..
snow
What is an example of weathering from ice?
Water freezing inside of rocks and breaking them apart.
How does the Sun's energy affect the water cycle?
It warms water so that it evaporates and rises into the air.
Which season do all the leaves on the trees turn gold, orange and brown?
Autumn (Fall)
How long does it take the Moon to orbit the Earth?
28-29 days
Precipitation that forms in the shape of golf balls is called....
hail
What causes rocks to form different shapes?
wind,water, and ice
The amount of water on the Earth changes everyday.
True or False
False. The amount of water on the Earth never changes.
Which season do we celebrate Easter?
Spring