WATERY PLANET Mystery 2

Front

What stops ground water from seeping down to the center of the Earth?

Back

A layer of solid rock stops the water from going deeper.

Front

How does a man-made pond get filled with water?

Back

It is filled up automatically by water in the ground.

Front

What type of plants can indicate the presence of water underground?

Back

Seeing palms can indicate that water can likely be found.

Front

Where do people most likely live if they rely on ground water?

Back

They most likely live far away from rivers and lakes.

Front

Where is it easier to find water underground when digging?

Back

It is easier to find water if you dig down starting at the bottom of a hill.

Front

What is ground water?

Back

Water that is found underground in soil and rock layers.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

NGSS.MS-ESS3-1

Front

What is a man-made pond?

Back

A pond created by humans to hold water, often for recreation or irrigation.

Front

What role do plants play in finding water?

Back

Certain plants can indicate the presence of water in the ground.

Front

What is the water table?

Back

The upper surface of the zone of saturation where ground water is found.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-1

Front

What is the significance of solid rock in ground water movement?

Back

Solid rock acts as a barrier that prevents water from seeping deeper into the Earth.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-1