SOL 6.7 Watersheds of Grayson County

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What is groundwater?

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Groundwater is water that fills the cracks and pores in underground soil and rock layers.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

NGSS.MS-ESS3-1

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Which of the following is NOT a type of freshwater wetland?

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Salt marsh is NOT a type of freshwater wetland.

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What is the New River Watershed?

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The New River Watershed is the regional watershed that empties into the Mississippi River and finally the Gulf of Mexico.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-1

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What does brackish water mean?

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Brackish water is water that is partly fresh and partly salty.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

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Describe the flow of water in our watershed.

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The flow of water in our watershed is Eagle Bottom Creek, New River, Ohio River, Mississippi River, Gulf of Mexico.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

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What is a watershed?

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A watershed is an area of land that drains rainwater and snowmelt into a common water body.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

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What are wetlands?

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Wetlands are areas where water covers the soil, either permanently or seasonally, and support aquatic plants.

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NGSS.MS-LS2-1

NGSS.MS-LS2-3

NGSS.MS-LS2-4

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Name a type of freshwater wetland.

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Swamp is a type of freshwater wetland.

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What is the significance of watersheds?

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Watersheds are important for managing water resources, supporting ecosystems, and providing habitats.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

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What is the role of groundwater in the water cycle?

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Groundwater replenishes rivers, lakes, and wetlands, and is a crucial source of drinking water.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4