Rain
Rain is liquid water in the form of droplets that have condensed from atmospheric water vapor and then precipitated—that is, become heavy enough to fall under gravity. Rain is a major component of the water cycle and is responsible for depositing most of the fresh water on the Earth. It provides suitable conditions for many types of ecosystem, as well as water for hydroelectric power plants and crop irrigation.
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Famous quotes containing the word rain:
“We only know war lasts, rain soaks, and clouds sag stormy.”
—Wilfred Owen (1893–1918)
“That rain is the best which falls steadily on the earth. A sudden and excessive downpour ruins the fields.”
—Jerome (c. 340–420)
“The flowers are ravined
by bees, the fruit blossoms
are thrown to the ground, the wind
the rain forces everything.”
—Charles Olson (1910–1970)