Short term changes in Water Cycle Flashcards
1
Q
What are Diurnal Changes?
A
Significant changes within a 24 hour period
2
Q
Give an example of a diurnal change in the water cycle.
A
Lower temp at night reduce evaporation and transpiration
3
Q
What are seasonal changes?
A
Seasons are controlled by variations in the intensity of solar radiation
4
Q
Why is evapotranspiration highest in the Summer and lowest in Winter, in England?
A
Summer solar input = 800 W/m
Winter solar input= 150 W/m
5
Q
What happens to precipitation in driest parts of England?
A
80% lost to evapotranspiration
