5. Earth's Systems

The Water Cycle — Quiz

Test your understanding of the water cycle with 5 practice questions.

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Practice Questions

Question 1

Which force is primarily responsible for the downward movement of water in the water cycle, such as precipitation and runoff?

Question 2

What is the term for the process by which water stored in underground aquifers eventually flows into rivers, lakes, or oceans?

Question 3

Which of the following best describes the role of oceans in the water cycle?

Question 4

Consider a scenario where a large forest is cut down. How would this likely impact the local water cycle?

Question 5

What is the primary difference between evaporation and transpiration in the water cycle?
The Water Cycle Quiz — High School Earth And Space Science | A-Warded