Dubois: Grade 5 - Water Sources

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What is groundwater?

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Groundwater is water that is found underground in soil and rock layers. It is a significant source of freshwater.

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What percentage of Earth's freshwater is stored in groundwater?

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Approximately 30% of Earth's freshwater is stored in groundwater.

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What is an aquifer?

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An aquifer is a geological formation that can store and transmit groundwater. It collects groundwater and can supply it to wells and springs.

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What type of water is found beneath the Earth's surface?

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Groundwater is the type of water found beneath the Earth's surface.

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What is a lake?

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A lake is a large body of water that is still and is surrounded by land.

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What is a stream?

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A stream is a small body of freshwater that flows into a river.

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What are wetlands?

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Wetlands are areas where water covers the soil, either permanently or seasonally, and they support a variety of plant and animal life.

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What is the water cycle?

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The water cycle is the continuous movement of water on, above, and below the surface of the Earth, including processes like evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.

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What is surface water?

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Surface water is water that collects on the surface of the ground, such as rivers, lakes, and ponds.

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What is the difference between freshwater and saltwater?

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Freshwater has a low concentration of salt, while saltwater, found in oceans, has a high concentration of salt.