watershed review

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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 body of water, such as a river, lake, or ocean.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

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How do human activities affect groundwater?

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Human activities can introduce pollutants that percolate through the soil and contaminate the groundwater.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

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What is runoff?

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Runoff is the flow of water, from rain or melting snow, that moves across the ground and eventually enters rivers, lakes, and oceans.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

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Why is it important to protect watersheds?

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Watersheds are important because they provide drinking water, support wildlife, and offer recreational opportunities.

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NGSS.MS-LS2-4

NGSS.MS-LS2-5

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What is the impact of pollution on watersheds?

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Pollution can degrade water quality, harm aquatic life, and affect the health of ecosystems within the watershed.

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NGSS.MS-LS2-4

NGSS.MS-LS2-5

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What happens when groundwater is overused?

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When groundwater is overused, the water table can drop, requiring communities to dig deeper wells to access water.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

NGSS.MS-LS2-1

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What role does precipitation play in watersheds?

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Precipitation replenishes water in watersheds, contributing to surface water and groundwater supplies.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

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What is the difference between surface runoff and groundwater?

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Surface runoff is water that flows over the ground, while groundwater is water that is stored underground in aquifers.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

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How can human activities lead to groundwater pollution?

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Human activities, such as agriculture and industrial processes, can introduce chemicals and waste that seep into the ground and contaminate groundwater.

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What is the significance of lakes in a watershed?

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Lakes serve as reservoirs for water, support biodiversity, and play a crucial role in the hydrological cycle.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4