Watershed Vocabulary Flashcard

Watershed Vocabulary Flashcard

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Science

8th Grade

Hard

NGSS
MS-ESS2-4, MS-ESS3-3, MS-ESS3-4

+7

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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 as precipitation drains into a common outlet, such as a river, lake, or ocean.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How do watersheds contribute to the water cycle?

Back

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

3.

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.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS3-3

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How can communities prevent watershed pollution?

Back

By organizing clean-up events, implementing proper waste management practices, and educating the public.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS3-3

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the impact of urbanization on watersheds?

Back

Urbanization can lead to increased runoff, pollution, and changes in the natural flow of water in watersheds.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is runoff?

Back

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

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

7.

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.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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