Overview
The hydrological cycle is a vital process that describes how water moves through the environment, including evaporation, condensation, precipitation, and runoff. Climate change significantly impacts this cycle, leading to altered precipitation patterns, increased evaporation rates, and changes in wa...
Key Terms
Example: Water evaporates from lakes and rivers into the atmosphere.
Example: Clouds form when water vapor condenses in the atmosphere.
Example: Rain, snow, and hail are all types of precipitation.
Example: Rainwater that flows into rivers and lakes.
Example: Wells draw groundwater for drinking and irrigation.
Example: Increased global temperatures due to greenhouse gas emissions.
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Key Concepts
EvaporationCondensationPrecipitationClimate Impact