Water cycle Flashcards

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Condensation
The process of a _______ changing into a _______ due to a decrease in _______ or _______.

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Condensation
The process of a gas changing into a liquid due to a decrease in temperature or pressure.

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Evaporation
The process of a _______ changing into a _______ due to an increase in ________ or _______.

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Evaporation
The process of a liquid changing into a gas due to an increase in temperature or pressure.

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Transpiration
_______ absorb water through their _______ and then give off _______ through their leaves.

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Transpiration
Plants absorb water through their roots and then give off water vapor through their leaves.

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Surface Runoff
Water from _______, _______, or other sources that flows over the ________ surface.

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Surface Runoff
Water from rain, snow melt, or other sources that flows over the land surface.

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