Question

what step or steps of the water cycle are driven by gravity? (choose all that apply.)
evaporation
condensation
precipitation
surface runoff
transpiration
respiration
collection
what step or steps of the water cycle are driven by gaining thermal energy? (choose all that apply.)
evaporation
condensation
precipitation
surface runoff
transpiration
respiration
collection

Explanation:

1. Gravity - driven steps: Precipitation is water falling from clouds due to gravity. Surface runoff is water flowing over land because of gravity. Collection is water gathering in bodies like rivers and lakes under the pull of gravity.
2. Thermal - energy - driven steps: Evaporation occurs when water gains thermal energy and changes from liquid to gas. Transpiration is similar for plants where water is released as vapor after gaining energy.

Answer:

• What step or steps of the water cycle are driven by gravity? (Choose all that apply): Precipitation, Surface Runoff, Collection
• What step or steps of the water cycle are driven by gaining thermal energy? (Choose all that apply): Evaporation, Transpiration