Watershed Vocabulary Flashcard

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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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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 as precipitation drains into a common outlet, such as a river, lake, or ocean.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How do watersheds contribute to the water cycle?
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Watersheds collect and channel water from precipitation, which then flows into streams, rivers, and eventually back into the water cycle.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What are some human activities that can lead to watershed pollution?
Back
Industrial waste discharge, agricultural runoff, urban development, and improper waste disposal.
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NGSS.MS-ESS3-3
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How can communities prevent watershed pollution?
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By organizing clean-up events, implementing proper waste management practices, and educating the public.
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NGSS.MS-ESS3-3
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the impact of urbanization on watersheds?
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Urbanization can lead to increased runoff, pollution, and changes in the natural flow of water in watersheds.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4
NGSS.MS-ESS3-4
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is runoff?
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Runoff is the flow of water that occurs when excess rainwater, meltwater, or other sources flows over the earth's surface.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is erosion?
Back
Erosion is the process by which soil and rock are removed from the Earth's surface by wind or water flow.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2
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