hydrosphere Flashcards
1
Q
what is called the hydrosphere
A
part of earth covered by water
2
Q
what is the water cycle and an alternative name
A
hydrological cycle is the continuous interchange of the forms of water
3
Q
how is the water vapour in the air obtained
A
80% is oceans 20%is inland water and vegetation
4
Q
what are the different forms of precipitations
A
hail, snow, rain, sleet, fog, mist, dew
5
Q
what is the water cycle
A
the circulation of water in different forms between the major realms of the earth
6
Q
what are the two types of water available and at what percentages
A
97% is salt water in oceans and 3% is fresh
