Hydrology Review

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What is infiltration?

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Infiltration is the process by which water on the ground surface enters the soil. It is a key part of the water cycle.

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What is surface water?

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Surface water refers to water that collects on the surface of the ground, such as rivers, lakes, and ponds.

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What percentage of Earth's water is freshwater?

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Only 3% of Earth's water is freshwater.

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What are examples of surface water?

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Rivers, lakes, and swamps are all examples of surface water.

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What is irrigation?

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Irrigation is the artificial application of water to soil to assist in the growing of crops.

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What is groundwater?

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Groundwater is water that is found underground in aquifers, which are layers of soil and rock that hold water.

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What is an aquifer?

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An aquifer is a geological formation that can store and transmit water, providing a source of groundwater.

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What is precipitation?

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Precipitation is any form of water, liquid or solid, that falls from the atmosphere to the Earth's surface, including rain, snow, sleet, and hail.

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What is condensation?

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Condensation is the process by which water vapor in the air is changed into liquid water, often forming clouds.

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What is transpiration?

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Transpiration is the process by which water is absorbed by plants and then released as water vapor into the atmosphere.

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