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The Water Cycle

The Water Cycle

The water cycle, or hydrological cycle, describes the continuous movement of water on,
above, and below the Earth's surface. It is a crucial process that sustains life and affects
weather patterns, climate, and ecosystems.

Main Stages:
1. Evaporation: Water from oceans, rivers, lakes, and other bodies of water is heated by
the sun and evaporates into the atmosphere as water vapor.
2. Condensation: As the water vapor rises, it cools and condenses into tiny droplets,
forming clouds in the sky.
3. Precipitation: When the clouds become heavy with condensed water, precipitation
occurs in the form of rain, snow, sleet, or hail.
4. Collection: The water returns to the Earth's surface and collects in bodies of water,
infiltrates into the soil, or becomes groundwater, eventually making its way back to oceans
and lakes.

Importance:
The water cycle plays a vital role in replenishing fresh water sources, supporting plant
and animal life, and regulating global climate patterns. Without it, Earth would be
uninhabitable.

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