The process by which water vapor rises and condenses into clouds is known as "condensation." This vital component of the water cycle occurs when warm, moist air rises and cools in the atmosphere. As the temperature decreases with elevation, the water vapor loses heat and condenses into tiny water droplets or ice crystals, forming clouds. This process is essential for precipitation, which replenishes water supplies and supports ecosystems. Various factors influence condensation, including temperature, humidity, and atmospheric pressure, and understanding this process is critical for meteorology and predicting weather patterns, impacting agriculture and water resource management.