1) The image is a model showing the processes of the water cycle. Water uptake to the atmosphere occurs through the processes of evaporation and transpiration from plants where it condenses to form clouds. Clouds release the water through precipitation. During an extreme rainy season, what can we expect to happen to the surface ground water stored in ponds and lakes?

A) animals drink more water, so water levels decrease

B) water levels will increase because there is more precipitation

C) water levels will increase because there is more evaporation and transpiration

D) water levels will decrease because there is more evaporation and transpiration