Where's Earth's Water?

Where's Earth's Water?

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6th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a watershed?

Back

A watershed is an area of land where all the water that falls on it drains into a common body of water, such as a river, lake, or ocean.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the Oconee River Watershed?

Back

The Oconee River Watershed is a specific watershed located in Georgia, USA, where the Oconee River collects water from surrounding areas.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is runoff?

Back

Runoff is water that flows over the ground surface and into rivers, lakes, and oceans, often after rain.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is transpiration?

Back

Transpiration is the process by which plants release water vapor into the air through small openings in their leaves.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What percentage of Earth's water is fresh and available for use?

Back

Only about 1% of Earth's water is fresh and available in rivers, lakes, underground, and in the atmosphere.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is evaporation?

Back

Evaporation is the process by which water changes from a liquid to a gas, usually due to heat.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is condensation?

Back

Condensation is the process by which water vapor cools and changes back into liquid water, forming clouds.

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