What is hydrology?

Hydrology is the scientific study of water and the water cycle within the Earth's atmosphere, surface, and subsurface. It involves understanding the distribution, movement, and properties of water, including its quality and quantity. Hydrologists examine how water is stored and transferred through various water bodies such as rivers, lakes, oceans, and groundwater systems. By analyzing the interaction between water and the land, hydrology helps in assessing and predicting the availability and sustainability of water resources for human and ecological needs. Additionally, hydrologists play a vital role in studying the impacts of human activities, climate change, and natural disasters on the hydrological system.

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