Question

4. Circulation of water between ocean and land is known as

• A. Water cycle
• B. rain cycle
• C. water management
• D. water harvesting

Answer 1

The correct option is A

Water cycle

Explanation of correct option:

(A) Water cycle:

• The Circulation of water between ocean and land is known as the water cycle.
• It involves different steps which are mentioned as follows:

1. Evaporation
2. Transpiration
3. Formation of clouds and rain
4. Water back to the ocean

Explanation of incorrect option:

(B) Rain cycle:

• Water evaporates into water vapor then condenses to form clouds and then precipitates back in the form of rain or snow is known as the rain cycle.

(C) water management:

• It is the activity of planning, developing, and distributing the water resource to maximize its efficient and beneficial use.

(D) water harvesting:

• It is the process of collecting rainwater in tanks and containers for future use.

Conclusion: Hence, option (A) is correct.