The Dust Bowl

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What is the Dust Bowl?

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The Dust Bowl was a period during the 1930s when severe drought and poor agricultural practices led to massive dust storms in the Great Plains of the United States.

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What caused the Dust Bowl?

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The Dust Bowl was caused by a combination of severe drought, high winds, and the over-farming of land, which stripped the soil of its nutrients.

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What is surface water?

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Surface water is water that is found in oceans, lakes, rivers, and streams.

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What was the worst Dust Storm ever recorded called?

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The worst Dust Storm ever recorded was referred to as Black Sunday.

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How far did dust travel during the Dust Bowl?

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Dust from the Dust Bowl was found as far away as 300 miles, including locations like ships in the ocean.

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What decade did the Dust Bowl occur?

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The Dust Bowl occurred during the 1930s.

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What is a dust storm?

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A dust storm is a meteorological phenomenon where strong winds lift and carry large amounts of dust and sand from the ground.

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What impact did the Dust Bowl have on agriculture?

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The Dust Bowl devastated agriculture in the Great Plains, leading to crop failures and economic hardship for farmers.

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What were some effects of the Dust Bowl on people's health?

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The Dust Bowl caused respiratory issues and other health problems due to the inhalation of dust.

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What is drought?

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Drought is a prolonged period of abnormally low rainfall, leading to water shortages.