The most significant movement of water in the hydrological cycle occurs between ________.
A) the oceans and the atmosphere
B) terrestrial water and the atmosphere
C) rivers/lakes and the ocean
D) precipitation and groundwater

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The most significant movement of water in the hydrological cycle is the evaporation of water from the oceans into the atmosphere and its subsequent precipitation back into the oceans. Oceans cover about 71% of the Earth's surface and are the primary source of atmospheric moisture.

The Most Significant Movement of Water in the Hydrological Cycle