The Return of Precipitation to the Atmosphere as Water Vapor

question 6

Multiple Choice

The return of precipitation to the atmosphere as water vapor occurs through:

• A)sinking of water into soil and rock through percolation
• B)fluctuations in the water table
• C)condensation
• D)evaporation

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Definitions:

Esterification

A chemical reaction that forms an ester through the reaction of a carboxylic acid and an alcohol.

Hydrolysis

A chemical reaction where water breaks down another compound, often resulting in the formation of two or more new compounds.

Spermaceti

A waxy substance found in the head cavity of the sperm whale, historically used in candles and ointments.

Potassium Hydroxide

A strong inorganic base with the formula KOH, used in various applications including as a cleaning agent, in the manufacture of biodiesel, and in the synthesis of other chemicals.