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Precipitation

Written by the Fiveable Content Team โ€ข Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examโ€ขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โ€ข Last updated August 2025

Definition

Precipitation refers to any form of moisture that falls from the atmosphere onto Earth's surface. This can include rain, snow, sleet, or hail.

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