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Water Cycle
The water cycle is the continuous journey of water from the Earth to the sky and back again. Water evaporates from the surface of the Earth, rises into the atmosphere, and falls back to the Earth as rain or snow.
What is Rain?
Rain is a meteorological event that most often occurs when humid air rises and cools, causing the water vapor in the air to condense into tiny water droplets. These droplets then form clouds, and if the conditions are right, precipitation will fall from the clouds in the form of rain.
Explaining the Water Cycle
The water cycle is the continuous process by which water circulates on, above, and below the surface of the Earth. The water cycle is also known as the hydrologic cycle.
Water evaporates from the surface of the Earth into the atmosphere. The water vapor rises and forms clouds. Precipitation falls from the clouds as rain, snow, or hail. The precipitation flows over the surface of the Earth and into rivers and lakes. The water in the rivers and lakes flows back to the Earth’s surface and evaporates into the atmosphere. The water vapor rises and forms clouds. The process starts over.
What are the Various Processes of the Water Cycle?
The water cycle is a continuous process that involves the transfer of water between the Earth’s surface and its atmosphere. The water cycle can be divided into three main processes: evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.
Evaporation is the process of water molecules transitioning from a liquid to a gas. This process occurs when water is exposed to heat, such as from the sun or from the Earth’s surface.
Condensation is the process of water molecules transitioning from a gas to a liquid. This process occurs when water vapor comes into contact with a colder surface, such as a cold cloud or the surface of the Earth.
Precipitation is the process of water molecules falling from the atmosphere to the Earth’s surface. This process can occur in the form of rain, snow, sleet, or hail.
Why is Rain Important?
Rain is important because it helps to water the earth and make the land fertile. It also helps to clean the air and environment.
