water forms by giving different water forms. their similarities and differences TRIVIA TIME! Water Form A water form is any type of water formation on the surface of the Earth. fresh water salty water Lake Pond Water Forms Now we know the two What is the difference of types of water forms a pond and a lake? here on Earth A pond is smaller than a Lake is a body of lake water surrounded by Do not forget! land. FACT OR BLUFF? 1. A body of water surrounded by land is called a lake. 2. A lake is smaller than a pond. 3. Throwing garbage in the different body of water can cause water pollution.