Short and long term changes in the cycles Flashcards
1
Q
What are the seasonal changes in the water cycle?
A
- less precipitation and more evaporation in summer due to higher temps
- reduce flow of water in winter due to water being stored as ice
- reduced interception in winter when trees loose their leaves
- in spring more interception due to increased vegetation
2
Q
What are the diurnal changes in the carbon cycle?
A
- more photosynthesis during the day
- more respiration during the day
3
Q
What are long term changes in both water and carbon cycle?
A
- human activity like deforestation and fossil fuels
- global warming