5th Gr Unit Lesson 3 - Groundwater as a Natural Resource

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What is groundwater?

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Groundwater is the supply of freshwater that is found beneath the Earth's surface.

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What is an aquifer?

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An aquifer is a natural underground source of fresh water.

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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process of a liquid changing to a gas.

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What is runoff?

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Runoff is when water flows across the surface of the Earth.

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Which source of freshwater is not easily available for human use?

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Icecaps and glaciers are not easily available for human use.

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What is a watershed?

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A watershed is an area of land that drains all the streams and rainfall to a common outlet.

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What is the water cycle?

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The water cycle is the continuous movement of water on, above, and below the surface of the Earth.

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What is the difference between surface water and groundwater?

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Surface water is found in lakes, rivers, and streams, while groundwater is found beneath the Earth's surface.

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What role do glaciers play in the freshwater supply?

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Glaciers store a significant amount of the Earth's freshwater, but they are not easily accessible.

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How does precipitation contribute to groundwater?

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Precipitation, such as rain or snow, can seep into the ground and replenish groundwater supplies.