Hydrology Quiz 1 Flashcards

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Hydrosphere

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All the combined water found on, under, and above the surface of the Earth.

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Hydrologist

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A scientist that studies bodies of water, how water is used, and works to manage pollution.

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Hydrology

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The study of the movement, distribution, and management of water on Earth and other planets.

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Biosphere

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All the combined parts of Earth where life exists.

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Watershed

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An area of land that drains all the streams and rainfall to a common outlet.

The boundaries of a watershed are determined by the neighboring ridgelines.

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Outlet

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The larger body of water where a river/stream empties into (ocean, bay, lake, drainage basin, etc).

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Types of outlets

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Ocean

Bay

Gulf

Reservoir

Large Lake

Estuary

Sea

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Pollution

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The introduction of harmful materials into the environment.

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Conservation

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Prevention of the wasteful use of resources.

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Types of Pollution that enter our waterways

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LItter/Plastic waste

Pesticides

Fertilizers

Chemical Waste

Oil spills

Sewage