Consider the following terms that show, in sequence, a portion of the hydrologic cycle. What term best completes the sequence? Precipitation -------- ????--------- ocean--------evaporation-------clouds

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After precipitation falls on land, it can either evaporate or flow over land as runoff, which eventually empties into the ocean. So, the correct term to complete the sequence is "runoff". Deposition occurs when water vapor changes directly to ice or snow. Condensation occurs when water vapor changes to liquid. Evaporation occurs when liquid water changes to water vapor.

Consider the Following Terms That Show, in Sequence, a Portion