Answer:
condensation
Step-by-step explanation:
What led to the formation of oceans after the water on the Earth's surface evaporated is a condensation reaction of water vapour.
The water present on the surface of the earth was able to evaporate as a result of the hot condition of the primitive earth. As the earth cools down the water vapour present in the atmosphere began to condense, gradually forming puddles of water and eventually leading to the formation of various oceans as we currently have it on the earth.