Water in the World (Grade 10 NSC Matric Geography): Quizzes
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How many states does water naturally exist in on Earth?
How many states does water naturally exist in on Earth?
Three states
At what temperature does water freeze to become solid?
At what temperature does water freeze to become solid?
At 0°C
What is the process called when ice changes directly to water vapour without becoming liquid?
What is the process called when ice changes directly to water vapour without becoming liquid?
Sublimation
What percentage of Earth's water is salt water in oceans?
What percentage of Earth's water is salt water in oceans?
About 97%
What percentage of Earth's water is accessible fresh water on land?
What percentage of Earth's water is accessible fresh water on land?
Less than 1%
How much would sea levels rise if polar ice caps melted completely?
How much would sea levels rise if polar ice caps melted completely?
Approx. 70 metres
What percentage of atmospheric water comes from evaporation over the oceans?
What percentage of atmospheric water comes from evaporation over the oceans?
Approx. 80%
What is the top boundary of the underground water-filled zone called?
What is the top boundary of the underground water-filled zone called?
Water table
What term describes water released from clouds as rain, hail, or snow?
What term describes water released from clouds as rain, hail, or snow?
Precipitation
What is the constant movement of water between atmosphere, land, and sea called?
What is the constant movement of water between atmosphere, land, and sea called?
Hydrological cycle