The Water Cycle Flashcards
1
Q
What is the water cycle?
A
The cycle of how water is taken from reservoirs/lakes etc, transported, and returned back to other water sources.
2
Q
Name the process where water is taken up by plants.
A
Transpiration
3
Q
Name the process where water changes from liquid to gas.
A
Evaporation
4
Q
Name the process where water changes from gas to liquid.
A
Condensation
5
Q
Name the process where water is returned from clouds back to sources.
A
Precipitation
6
Q
Name the process where water is returned to ground stores.
A
Infiltration
7
Q
Name 4 human activities that influence the water cycle. (AUDC)
A
Agriculture
Urbanisation
Deforestation
Constructure of dams
