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Water Cycle

The water cycle, or hydrological cycle, is the continuous movement of water on, above, and below the Earth's surface, consisting of evaporation, condensation, precipitation, and collection. It is crucial for regulating temperature, providing fresh water, and supporting ecosystems. Understanding the water cycle is key to studying weather patterns, climate change, and water conservation.

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Water Cycle

The water cycle, or hydrological cycle, is the continuous movement of water on, above, and below the Earth's surface, consisting of evaporation, condensation, precipitation, and collection. It is crucial for regulating temperature, providing fresh water, and supporting ecosystems. Understanding the water cycle is key to studying weather patterns, climate change, and water conservation.

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The Water Cycle

The water cycle, also known as the hydrological cycle, describes the continuous movement of water
on, above, and below the surface of the Earth. It plays a vital role in maintaining life on our planet
and in shaping our environment.

Main Stages of the Water Cycle:

1. Evaporation
Water from oceans, lakes, rivers, and even puddles is heated by the sun and changes into
water vapor, rising into the atmosphere.

2. Condensation
As the water vapor rises, it cools and changes back into liquid form, creating clouds.

3. Precipitation
When the clouds become heavy with water, the water falls back to the Earth as rain, snow,
sleet, or hail.

4. Collection
The water that falls returns to oceans, rivers, lakes, or infiltrates into the ground, where it
becomes groundwater. Eventually, it can be used again through evaporation.

Why Is the Water Cycle Important?

 It helps regulate the Earth’s temperature.

 It provides fresh water for drinking, agriculture, and sanitation.

 It supports all living organisms by distributing water across different ecosystems.

Understanding the water cycle is essential for learning about weather patterns, climate change, and
water conservation.

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