Hydrology Test

Front

What is the most common source of contamination for freshwater resources?

Back

Runoff is the most common source of contamination for freshwater resources.

Front

Why are ocean currents important to coastal regions?

Back

Ocean currents can warm or cool the air temperatures in coastal regions.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

Front

What causes subsurface ocean currents to circulate from warm to cold waters?

Back

Differences in density of ocean water cause subsurface ocean currents to circulate.

Front

How is the quality of groundwater and surface water likely to change with community expansion around a lake?

Back

Groundwater quality and surface water quality will likely get worse.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

Front

What is a true statement about seawalls?

Back

Seawalls protect coastal areas; however, they cause erosion.

Front

Define runoff in the context of hydrology.

Back

Runoff is the flow of water, usually from precipitation, that moves across the land surface and into water bodies.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-1

NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

Front

What is the role of ocean currents in climate regulation?

Back

Ocean currents help regulate climate by distributing heat across the planet.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

Front

Explain the concept of groundwater.

Back

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

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-1

Front

What is the impact of urbanization on water quality?

Back

Urbanization often leads to increased runoff and pollution, degrading both groundwater and surface water quality.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

Front

What are the effects of seawalls on coastal erosion?

Back

Seawalls can protect coastal areas from waves but may increase erosion in adjacent areas.

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NGSS.MS-ETS1-3