________ occurs when precipitation lands on vegetation or other land cover before reaching the surface.
A) Infiltration
B) Overland flow
C) Interception
D) Surface runoff

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Interception occurs when precipitation lands on vegetation or other land cover and is temporarily held there before reaching the surface. This can include water being held on leaves, branches, and other parts of plants or on other types of land cover such as buildings or even human-made surfaces like roads.

________ Occurs When Precipitation Lands on Vegetation or Other Land