Overview
The water cycle is a vital process that describes how water moves through the environment. It involves several key stages: evaporation, where water turns into vapor; condensation, where vapor cools and forms clouds; and precipitation, where water falls back to Earth in various forms. This cycle is e...
Key Terms
Example: Water from lakes evaporates into the air.
Example: Dew forms on grass in the morning.
Example: Rain, snow, and sleet are types of precipitation.
Example: Plants lose water through their leaves.
Example: Rainwater collects in a pond.
Example: Groundwater is stored in aquifers.
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Key Concepts
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