More water is______ from the ocean than is returned to the ocean by precipitation.
A) infiltrated
B) run off
C) transpirated
D) evaporated

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The statement indicates that more water is leaving the ocean than returning to it through precipitation. This means that the water is being evaporated from the ocean and not being returned through runoff, transpiration, or infiltration. Therefore, choice D (evaporated) is the best answer.

More Water Is______ from the Ocean Than Is Returned to the Ocean