Q20. Which of the following statements is/are correct about the hydrological cycle?
1. Evaporation of water from the Earth’s surface is primarily driven by solar energy.
2. Precipitation occurs when water vapor in the atmosphere condenses into water droplets.
3. Groundwater forms a part of the hydrological cycle as it moves between various reservoirs like rivers, lakes, and oceans.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
Q20.
Correct Answer: (c) 1, 2, and 3
Explanation:
• Statement 1 (Evaporation driven by solar energy): Correct. The Sun’s energy drives the evaporation of wa-ter from oceans, rivers, and lakes.
• Statement 2 (Precipitation from condensation): Correct. Precipitation occurs when water vapor cools and condenses into droplets that fall as rain, snow, or other forms of precipitation.
• Statement 3 (Groundwater as part of hydrological cycle): Correct. Groundwater moves through the hydro-logical cycle, contributing to rivers, lakes, and oceans, and is recharged by precipitation.