vízkörforgásban

The term "vízkörforgásban" is a Hungarian phrase that translates to "in the water cycle." It refers to the continuous movement of water on, above, and below the surface of the Earth. This natural process is essential for life and involves several key stages.

Evaporation is the process where water changes from a liquid to a gas or vapor, primarily driven by heat from the sun. This vapor rises into the atmosphere. Transpiration, a related process, is the release of water vapor from plants into the atmosphere. Condensation occurs when this water vapor in the air cools and changes back into liquid water, forming clouds. Precipitation is the release of water from clouds in the form of rain, snow, sleet, or hail.

Once precipitation reaches the Earth's surface, it can follow several paths. Some water flows over the land as surface runoff, collecting in rivers, lakes, and oceans. Other water infiltrates the soil and becomes groundwater, which can be stored in underground aquifers. This groundwater can eventually resurface through springs or flow into bodies of water. The water cycle is a closed system, meaning the total amount of water on Earth remains relatively constant, but it is constantly being recycled and redistributed.