Flashcard

Front

What happens to water when it goes down the drain?

Back

Water goes to a wastewater treatment plant, septic system, or lagoon for processing before being returned to the environment.

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What is the most common type of rock found in caves?

Back

Limestone is the most common type of rock in caves or caverns.

Front

What are the forms of movement in aquatic adaptations?

Back

Forms of movement in aquatic adaptations include powered movement, passive movement, and being sessile.

Front

What proportion of Earth's water is fresh water?

Back

Only 3% of the water on Earth is fresh water.

Front

What is the water cycle?

Back

The water cycle is the constant movement of water from Earth's surface to the atmosphere and back.

Front

What is the process of water changing from liquid to vapor?

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The process is called evaporation.

Front

What is precipitation in the water cycle?

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Precipitation is any form of water, liquid or solid, that falls from the atmosphere to the Earth's surface.

Front

What is the role of a wastewater treatment plant?

Back

A wastewater treatment plant processes sewage and wastewater to remove contaminants before returning clean water to the environment.

Front

What is the difference between a septic system and a lagoon?

Back

A septic system treats wastewater on-site, while a lagoon is a larger body of water used for treating wastewater through natural processes.

Front

What is the significance of limestone in cave formation?

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Limestone is soluble in water, which allows it to be eroded and shaped into caves over time.