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 a summer of extreme drought, what can we expect to happen to the surface groundwater stored in ponds and lakes? a. Water levels will increase because there is more precipitation
b. Animals won't drink as much to save water, so water levels remain the same
c. Water levels will increase because there are more evaporation and transpiration
d. Water levels will decrease because there are more evaporation and transpiration