Watersheds

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What is a watershed?

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A watershed is an area of land where all the water that falls on it drains into a common body of water, such as a river, lake, or ocean.

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How many states are in the Chesapeake Bay Watershed?

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There are 6 states in the Chesapeake Bay Watershed.

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What is the health status of the Chesapeake Bay?

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The health status of the Chesapeake Bay is considered bad.

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What is an estuary?

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An estuary is a coastal area where freshwater from rivers meets and mixes with saltwater from the ocean.

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What is the role of an estuary?

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Estuaries provide habitats for wildlife, filter pollutants, and protect against flooding.

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What is a wetland?

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A wetland is a land area that is saturated with water, either permanently or seasonally, and supports aquatic plants.

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What is the role of a wetland?

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Wetlands provide habitat for various species, improve water quality, and reduce flooding.

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What does 'biotic' mean in an ecosystem context?

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Biotic refers to living factors in an ecosystem, or those that were once living.

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What does 'abiotic' mean in an ecosystem context?

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Abiotic refers to non-living factors in an ecosystem, such as sunlight, water, and minerals.

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What is pollution?

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Pollution is the introduction of harmful substances or products into the environment.