Unit 3 - Water Pollution

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What is nonpoint source pollution?

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Nonpoint source pollution is water pollution that comes from many different sources, rather than a single, identifiable source.

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What is the water table?

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The water table is the uppermost level at which the water in a given area fully saturates the rock or soil.

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What sector uses the majority of water in the U.S.?

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Agriculture uses the majority of water withdrawal and consumption in the U.S.

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What percentage of freshwater is available for drinking?

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Less than 1% of freshwater is available for drinking.

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True or False: Oceans help stabilize the Earth's climate.

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True.

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What is point source pollution?

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Point source pollution is water pollution that comes from a single, identifiable source, such as a pipe or a factory.

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Define biomagnification.

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Biomagnification is the process by which the concentration of toxic substances increases in organisms at each successive level of the food chain.

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What is an aquifer?

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An aquifer is a geological formation that can store and transmit water, often tapped for human use.

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What is groundwater recharge?

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Groundwater recharge is the process by which water from precipitation or surface water infiltrates into the ground and replenishes aquifers.

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What are the main causes of water pollution?

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The main causes of water pollution include industrial discharge, agricultural runoff, sewage disposal, and plastic waste.