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Hydrological cycle

Definition (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hydrological_cycle)

The water cycle, also known as the hydrologic cycle or the H2O cycle, describes the continuous movement of water on, above and below the surface of the Earth. Although the balance of water on Earth remains fairly constant over time, individual water molecules can come and go, in and out of the atmosphere. (Wikipedia)

Preferred Units: N/A

Scope Note:
N/A

Broader TermsNarrower TermsRelated Terms
Cycling (phenomena)
N/AEvaporation
Evapotranspiration
Hydrology
Precipitation
Water
Water balance
Water circulation

This term is used for the following terms: 
H2O cycle
Water cycle

Approved Date
16-Jul-2013

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