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hydrology

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/haɪˈdrɑlədʒi/
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the discipline that focuses on the study of water distribution, movement, and quality on Earth's surface and underground

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  • Researchers use hydrology to assess water availability and quality.
  • Scientists in hydrology analyze rainfall patterns and water runoff.
  • The field of hydrology investigates groundwater recharge and storage.
  • The focus of hydrology is understanding the water cycle.
  • Hydrology studies the movement of water in rivers and streams.