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Earth Science-Wk 19
Water Cycle
Term | Definition |
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evaporation | the change of a liquid (water) to a gas (water vapor) because of heat |
condensation | the change of a gas (water vapor) to a liquid (water) due to cooling |
precipitation | water falling to the earth in the form of rain, snow, sleet or hail |
accumulation | the gathering or collection of water in lakes, streams, oceans, etc. |
transpiration | the release of water vapor into the air through plants |
ground water | water flowing underneath the ground |
run-off | water moving from a higher place to a lower place, such as down a mountain |