Water Quality

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What is an aquifer?

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A body of water trapped underground.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

NGSS.MS-ESS3-1

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How can aquifers be accessed?

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Aquifers can only be accessed by wells.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-1

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What happens to the pH of soil and streams when acidic runoff from mines occurs?

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It leads to a lowering of the pH of the soil and streams in the area mined.

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NGSS.MS-LS2-4

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What pH level indicates poor water quality in a lake?

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A pH level of 4 indicates poor water quality; it is not safe.

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What is the major cause of global warming?

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The major cause of global warming is burning fossil fuels.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-5

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What is runoff?

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Runoff is water that flows over the ground surface and can carry pollutants into water bodies.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

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What is pH?

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pH is a measure of how acidic or basic water is, on a scale of 0 to 14.

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What does a pH level below 7 indicate?

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A pH level below 7 indicates that the water is acidic.

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What is the impact of deforestation on water quality?

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Deforestation can lead to increased runoff and sedimentation, negatively affecting water quality.

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NGSS.MS-LS2-4

NGSS.MS-LS2-5

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What is urbanization?

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Urbanization is the process of developing land for urban use, which can impact water quality through increased runoff.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-4