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HYDROLOGY

The document provides an overview of hydrology, the scientific study of water's movement, distribution, and properties within the Earth's systems. It details the hydrologic cycle, including processes such as precipitation, evaporation, and infiltration, and emphasizes the importance of hydrology in managing water resources and addressing global challenges like water scarcity and pollution. Advances in technology, such as remote sensing and modeling, enhance our understanding and management of water systems.

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HYDROLOGY

The document provides an overview of hydrology, the scientific study of water's movement, distribution, and properties within the Earth's systems. It details the hydrologic cycle, including processes such as precipitation, evaporation, and infiltration, and emphasizes the importance of hydrology in managing water resources and addressing global challenges like water scarcity and pollution. Advances in technology, such as remote sensing and modeling, enhance our understanding and management of water systems.

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1 Abstract

2 Introduction

3 Hydrology cycle

4 Components of
hydrology cycle

5 Rainfall
measurement

6 Analysis of
rainfall
measurement

7 Conclusion

8 Reference
ABSTRACT

Hydrology is the scientific study of water, its movement,


distribution, and properties in relation to the Earth’s
atmosphere, surface, and subsurface. It plays a crucial
role in understanding the water cycle, including
precipitation, evaporation, infiltration, runoff, and
groundwater flow. Hydrology integrates various disciplines
such as geology, meteorology, and environmental science
to assess water resources, predict floods and droughts,
and manage sustainable water usage. Advances in remote
sensing, hydrological modeling, and climate change
research have enhanced our ability to monitor and
manage water systems. Effective hydrological studies are
essential for addressing global water challenges, including
water scarcity, pollution, and ecosystem conservation.
INTRODUCTION
Hydrology is the scientific study of water in the Earth’s
system, including its occurrence, distribution, movement,
and properties. It examines how water cycles through the
atmosphere, land, and oceans, influencing weather
patterns, ecosystems, and human activities. The water
cycle, or hydrologic cycle, is a fundamental concept in
hydrology, involving processes like precipitation,
evaporation, infiltration, and runoff.

Hydrologists study various aspects of water resources,


such as surface water (rivers, lakes, and reservoirs),
groundwater (aquifers and wells), and water quality. They
analyze factors affecting water availability, including
climate change, land use, and pollution. Hydrology plays a
crucial role in managing water supplies, predicting floods
and droughts, and designing infrastructure like dams and
drainage systems.
The field of hydrology Is essential for sustainable water
management and environmental conservation. It helps in
developing strategies for irrigation, hydroelectric power
generation, and urban water supply. Advances in
hydrology, aided by technology like remote sensing and
computer modeling, contribute to better understanding
and mitigating water-related challenges globally.
HYDROLOGY CYCLE

Hydrology is a multidisciplinary subject that deals with the


occurrence, Circulation and Distribution of the waters of
the Earth.
Journey of water from the ocean to atmosphere and back
to the earth and ultimately to the ocean through the
processes of evaporation, precipitation, percolation,
runoff and return to the ocean is called hydrologic cycle.
Components of the Hydrologic Cycle :

Precipitation: Includes rain, snow and other forms of


water falling from the atmosphere into the Land & oceans.
Evaporation Physical process by which water is vaporized
into the atmosphere from free water Surface and land
areas.
Transpiration: Water from the soil is absorbed by plant
roots and eventually discharged into the Atmosphere
through little pores in the leaves called stomata.
Evapotranspiration: Combined processes by which water
is transferred to the atmosphere from Open water
surfaces and vegetation.
Infiltration: Movement of water from the land surface to
the upper layers of the soil.
Percolation: Movement of water through the subsurface
down to the water table.
Overland flow: Portion of runoff that travels over the
surface of the ground to reach a stream Channel
Surface runoff: Includes all overland flow as well as
precipitation falling directly onto stream Channels.

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