8.E.1.4 Water Stewardship

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What does the term 'potable' mean?

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Safe to drink.

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What is stewardship?

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Responsible use and protection of the natural environment through conservation.

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What is nonpoint source pollution?

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Pollutants that come from multiple sources and are not traceable to a single point.

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What is an example of point source pollution?

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An oil spill from a boat on the Atlantic Ocean.

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How can we protect water for human consumption?

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By improving water quality standards for industries located on lakes and rivers.

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What is the definition of pollutants?

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Substances that contaminate water, air, or soil.

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What is turbidity?

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The cloudiness or haziness of a fluid caused by large numbers of individual particles.

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What does 'hardness' refer to in water quality?

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The concentration of calcium and magnesium ions in water.

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What is the role of riparian zones?

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Areas of land adjacent to rivers and streams that help protect water quality.

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What is eutrophication?

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The process by which water bodies become enriched with nutrients, leading to excessive growth of algae.