Watersheds

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Where are watersheds found?

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Watersheds are found everywhere.

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What is the definition of a watershed?

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A watershed is an area that collects precipitation and drains it to the lowest point.

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Why are watersheds vital to life?

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Watersheds support habitats.

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What force causes water to travel to the lowest point?

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Gravity.

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What is the term for an area that catches water that falls to the Earth's surface?

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Watershed.

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What are the two main ways water is drained in a watershed?

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Over land and underground.

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What is the significance of the lowest point in a watershed?

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It is where all the collected water drains.

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How do human activities impact watersheds?

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Human activities can lead to pollution, deforestation, and changes in land use, affecting water quality and habitat.

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What role do watersheds play in the water cycle?

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Watersheds are crucial for collecting, storing, and distributing water within the water cycle.

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What is runoff in the context of watersheds?

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Runoff is the water that flows over the ground surface and into streams and rivers after precipitation.

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