Rain is the primary source of most of the fresh water in the
world. It plays an important role for life on Earth as part of the
hydrologic cycle. When the moisture from the oceans evaporates into the
sky, condenses into droplets, and precipitates from the sky over the
Earth’s surface, water is distributed throughout the globe. It is thanks
to this form of precipitation that we have suitable conditions for
diverse ecosystems, power sources, and crop irrigation.
All plants
need at least some water to survive, and rain is the most
effective means of watering. A regular watering pattern is vital to
healthy plants. Too little or too much rainfall can be
detrimental, or even devastating to crops. A drought can be drastic,
killing numerous crops, while extremely wet weather...Learn more