16.2.2. Temperature

Try these first

1. 1.

   What happens to evaporation rates when the temperature increases?

   Hint

   Think about what temperature does to water's energy.

2. 2.

   Why can warm air hold more moisture?

   Hint

   Consider how heat affects gas molecules.

3. 3.

   What effect does an increase in temperature have on evaporation?

   • Decreases evaporation
   • Increases evaporation
   • Has no effect

   Hint

   Think about how heat influences the movement of molecules.

4. 4.

   True or False: Warmer air can hold more moisture than colder air.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Recall the properties of gases and temperature effects.

5. 5.

   If a water body experiences a temperature rise of 5 degrees Celsius, predict how this might affect evaporation rates and justify your reasoning.

   Hint

   Use the relationship of temperature to evaporation to think through your answer.

6. 6.

   Reflect on an agricultural scenario where high temperatures led to water shortages; analyze the role of evaporation in your reflection.

   Hint

   Consider real-world drought conditions and how temperature plays a role.