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.