Earth's Systems (M)

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What are the uses of water?

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Water is used for drinking, agriculture, and industry.

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Why is it important to keep water free from pollution?

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Keeping water pollution-free is crucial for health and the environment.

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How can you make salt water drinkable?

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By boiling the water and collecting the steam.

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What is a system?

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A collection of parts that interact.

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What is runoff?

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Runoff is precipitation that flows over the surface of the land, potentially carrying pollutants to water bodies.

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What is the hydrosphere?

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All of Earth's water, taken together in all states of matter.

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What is groundwater?

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Water that is stored underground in soil and rock layers.

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What is the water cycle?

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The continuous movement of water through evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.

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What role does vegetation play in the water cycle?

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Vegetation helps in the process of transpiration, releasing water vapor into the atmosphere.

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What is the difference between surface water and groundwater?

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Surface water is found in rivers, lakes, and oceans, while groundwater is stored underground.