The Water Cycle
A Study Presentation on Science
Introduction to the Water Cycle
• The water cycle describes the continuous
movement of water on, above, and below the
surface of the Earth.
Steps of the Water Cycle
• The main stages of the water cycle are:
• 1. Evaporation
• 2. Condensation
• 3. Precipitation
• 4. Collection
Evaporation
• Water from oceans, lakes, and rivers heats up
and turns into water vapor, rising into the
atmosphere.
Condensation
• Water vapor cools down and turns back into
tiny liquid droplets, forming clouds.
Precipitation
• When clouds become too heavy, water falls
back to the Earth's surface as rain, snow, sleet,
or hail.
Collection
• Water collects in bodies of water like rivers,
lakes, and oceans, where the cycle starts
again.
Conclusion
• The water cycle is essential for life on Earth,
regulating climate and supporting ecosystems.