Classification of Precipitation Based on the Lifting Mechanism

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The precipitation is often classified according to the factor responsible for lifting of air to higher altitudes. Following are the various types of precipitation based on this classification. Convectional Precipitation

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Factors Influencing Precipitation Formation

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Following are the factors mainly responsible for the formation of precipitation A lifting mechanism to produce cooling of the air. A mechanism to produce condensation of water vapors and formation of cloud

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Precipitation

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The term precipitation as used in hydrology is meant for all forms of moisture emanating from the clouds and all forms of water like rain, snow, hail and sleet derived

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Hydrological Cycle

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Hydrological Cycle also known as Water Cycle is the study of continuous movement of water on, above and below the earth surface. The main processes involved in hydrological cycle are

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Introduction to Hydrology

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Hydrology Hydrology deals with the origin, occurrence, circulation, distribution, the physical and chemical properties of water and its interaction with living organisms. Hydrology is an essential field of science since

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