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Heated water discharged from the ground is known as:

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Hot spring

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Urban development can lead to increased flooding due to:

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Land being covered with cement and asphalt, reducing natural water absorption.

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A major source of freshwater for human use is:

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Artesian well

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Two climates at the same latitude may differ because of:

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Bodies of water affecting temperature and precipitation.

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In the troposphere, temperature and pressure generally:

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Decrease with height.

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What is groundwater?

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Water that is stored beneath the Earth's surface in soil and rock formations.

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Define karst topography.

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A landscape formed from the dissolution of soluble rocks, characterized by sinkholes and underground rivers.

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What is an artesian well?

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A well in which water rises to the surface due to pressure in the aquifer.

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How does urbanization affect groundwater recharge?

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It decreases groundwater recharge by increasing impervious surfaces.

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What is the role of bodies of water in climate?

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They moderate temperatures and influence precipitation patterns.