Mod 4 Test Review Watersheds

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What is a watershed?

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The land that drains into a body of water.

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Why are Virginia's watershed systems important to the environment?

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They provide habitats for wildlife.

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What body of water does area 1 of the map drain into?

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Chesapeake Bay.

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What body of water does area 3 of the map drain into?

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NC/Albemarle Sound.

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What natural process can influence the health of a watershed system?

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Erosion & sedimentation.

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What is the definition of erosion?

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The process by which soil and rock are removed from the Earth's surface by wind or water.

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What is sedimentation?

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The process of settling or being deposited as sediment.

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How do watersheds affect water quality?

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Watersheds can filter pollutants and manage runoff, impacting the quality of water in bodies of water.

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What role do plants play in a watershed?

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Plants help to absorb water, reduce erosion, and provide habitat for wildlife.

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What is runoff?

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Water that flows over the ground surface rather than being absorbed into the ground.