Watersheds

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What is a watershed?

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

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What is another name for a watershed?

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A watershed is also known as a river basin.

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What major Virginia watershed is #2?

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Gulf of Mexico (Mississippi River) Watershed.

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What stage of the water cycle causes the most pollution in a watershed?

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Runoff.

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True or False: The Chesapeake Bay watershed is only in the state of Virginia?

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False (6 States).

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True or False: The shape of the land affects where water drains.

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True.

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What is runoff?

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Runoff is the flow of water that occurs when excess stormwater, meltwater, or other sources flows over the earth's surface.

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How does gravity affect water drainage in a watershed?

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Water always flows downhill due to gravity, which influences the direction of drainage.

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What factors can shape a watershed?

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Topography, including hills and mountains, can shape a watershed.

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What is the significance of state lines in relation to watersheds?

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Watersheds can cross state lines, meaning they are not confined to a single state.