How does the water kept in an earthen pot (matka) become cool during summer?

How does the water kept in an earthen pot (matka) become cool during summer?

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An earthen pot is porous in nature. These tiny pores facilitate penetration of water and hence their evaporation from the pot surface. The process of evaporation requires energy which is contributed by water in the pot as a result of which water turns cooler.

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