GENERAL GEOLOGY

GEOLOGY

GEOMORPHOLOGY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Is the hydrological cycle an open or closed system?
A
Open
B
Closed
C
Either A or B
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -If, on the other hand, we consider the hydrological cycle in terms of the movement of moisture only, then the hydro-logical cycle is a closed system. It is this closed system involving the transfer and transformation of water that is the main concern of the hydrologist.

Detailed explanation-2: -The hydrological cycle is a closed system. This means no water is added to the global budget and none is removed. The system is driven by solar energy and gravitational potential energy. These are reservoirs where water is held, such as oceans.

Detailed explanation-3: -The hydrological cycle within a drainage basin is described as an open system because it consists of inputs, storage, transfers and outputs.

Detailed explanation-4: -Answer and Explanation: The water cycle is a closed system because new water is never added to the earth or its atmosphere, nor is water ever removed.

Detailed explanation-5: -The Earth’s atmosphere, oceans, and land surface act as an almost closed system. Water moves along a variety of pathways in this closed system. This system of movement is called the “water cycle."

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