The word water comes from Old English wæter, from Proto-Germanic *watar (source also of Old Saxon watar, Old Frisian wetir, Dutch water, Old High German See more

Hydrology is the study of the movement, distribution, and quality of water throughout the Earth. The study of the distribution of water is hydrography. The study of the … See more

In the universe
Much of the universe's water is produced as a byproduct of star formation. The formation of stars is accompanied by a strong outward … See more

Water (H2O) is a polar inorganic compound. At room temperature it is a tasteless and odorless liquid, nearly colorless with a hint of blue. This simplest hydrogen chalcogenide is by far the most studied chemical compound and is described as the … See more

From a biological standpoint, water has many distinct properties that are critical for the proliferation of life. It carries out this role by allowing See more

Civilization has historically flourished around rivers and major waterways; Mesopotamia, one of the so-called cradles of civilization, was situated between the major rivers See more

Water politics is politics affected by water and water resources. Water, particularly fresh water, is a strategic resource across the world and an … See more