Question

multiple choice. 1 point a scientist determined that the average air temperature in an area increased during an observed period of time. the area included several small ponds. which change to the water cycle most likely occurred in the area during the observed period of time? evaporation increased precipitation decreased infiltration increased transpiration decreased

Explanation:

Evaporation is a process that is directly affected by temperature. Higher temperatures increase the kinetic energy of water molecules, leading to more evaporation. Transpiration is related to plants and not directly tied to air - temperature increase in the same straightforward way as evaporation. Infiltration and precipitation are not directly increased by a simple increase in air temperature.

Answer:

evaporation increased