Greek and Latin Roots - hydr, aqua, mar, mer

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What does the root 'hydr' mean?

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The root 'hydr' means water.

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What does the root 'aqua' mean?

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The root 'aqua' means water.

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What does the root 'mar' mean?

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The root 'mar' means sea.

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What does the root 'mer' mean?

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The root 'mer' means sea or ocean.

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What is hydroelectric energy?

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Hydroelectric energy is electricity made from the energy of falling water.

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What is a marina?

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A marina is a small harbor where small boats can dock.

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What is an aqueduct?

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An aqueduct is a channel built to carry water over long distances.

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What is an aquifer?

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An aquifer is an underground layer of rock that water continually moves through.

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What is an aquarium?

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An aquarium is a glass tank or bowl in which fish or other aquatic animals live.

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What does 'dehydrate' mean?

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To dehydrate means to remove water from something.