What is hydrological cycle

You're on a roll — The hydrological cycle, also known as the water cycle, describes the continuous movement of water on, above, and below the surface of the Earth. It's a natural process driven by solar energy and gravity. The main stages include: 1. Evaporation: Water from oceans, lakes, and rivers turns into vapor and rises into the atmosphere. 2. Transpiration: Water vapor is released from plants into the atmosphere. 3. Condensation: Water vapor in the atmosphere cools and changes back into liquid water, forming clouds. 4. Precipitation: Water falls back to Earth from clouds in the form of rain, snow, sleet, or hail. 5. Collection: Water gathers in oceans, lakes, rivers, and groundwater. Drop the next question