The Cycles of Matter Vocabulary Flashcards
1
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Condensation
A
The change of state from a gas to a liquid
2
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Evaporation
A
The change of state from a liquid to a gas
3
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Infiltration
A
The process by which water soaks into the ground
4
Q
Nitrogen Fixation
A
A process by which bacteria convert nitrogen gas into a usable form
5
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Precipitation
A
Any form of water that falls from the clouds to Earth’s surface
6
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Runoff
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The water from rain or snow that flows over the ground’s surface
7
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Transpiration
A
The process by which water is lost from the leaves of plants
