Aquatic Final Review

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What is cohesion?

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Attraction of water molecules to themselves (other water molecules)

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What is the Coriolis effect?

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The phenomenon that causes objects traveling long distances around Earth to appear to move in a curve opposed to a straight line.

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What is evaporation?

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The process where water turns from a liquid to gas as it is heated by the sun.

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What is a confluence?

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The point where two or more tributaries merge with the main river.

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What are the three types of filtration?

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Biological, Chemical, Mechanical.

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What is surface tension?

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The strength of water's surface due to the attraction of water molecules to each other.

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What is the water cycle?

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The continuous process by which water moves from the Earth's surface to the atmosphere and back.

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What is the role of photosynthesis in aquatic ecosystems?

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Photosynthesis allows aquatic plants to convert sunlight into energy, producing oxygen and organic matter.

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What is salinity?

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The concentration of salts in water, typically measured in parts per thousand (ppt).

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What is the significance of the thermocline in aquatic environments?

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The thermocline is a layer in a body of water where temperature changes rapidly with depth, affecting aquatic life.