5-01 FLASHCARD Human Impact VOCAB

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What is an aquifer?

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A body of permeable rock that can contain or transmit groundwater.

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Nonpoint source pollution refers to:

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Pollution from many diffuse sources.

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Water table?

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Upper surface of groundwater.

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Point source pollution is defined as pollution traced to a single source.

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Pollution traced to a single source.

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Watershed:

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An area of land that drains all streams and rainfall to a common outlet.

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Freshwater sources include: Seawater, Brackish water, River water, Ocean water.

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River water

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Pollutant?

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A substance that contaminates the environment.

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Groundwater:

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Water held underground in soil or rock pores.

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Meaning of "impermeable"?

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Not allowing water to pass through

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Water cycle:

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Journey of water from ocean to atmosphere and back.