Big Changes in the Big Apple: Crash Course Kids #38.1

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What is the hydrosphere?

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The hydrosphere refers to all the water on Earth, including oceans, rivers, lakes, and water in the atmosphere.

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What does it mean to adapt to the environment?

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To adapt to the environment means to change behaviors or practices to better fit the conditions of the surroundings.

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What is irrigation?

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Irrigation is the process of moving water from one place to another to help grow crops.

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Who were the Lenape?

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The Lenape were a Native American tribe that lived in the area of Manhattan before European colonization.

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What is deforestation?

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Deforestation is the clearing of trees and forests to make space for other uses, such as agriculture or urban development.

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What is an example of a human impact on the environment?

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Building roads and cities, which can change the landscape and affect local ecosystems.

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What is an aqueduct?

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An aqueduct is a structure that carries water from one location to another, often over long distances.

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What does it mean to clear land?

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To clear land means to remove trees, bushes, or other vegetation to prepare it for building or farming.

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What is urbanization?

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Urbanization is the process of making an area more urban, typically by increasing the number of buildings and infrastructure.

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What is the significance of the year 1609 in Manhattan's history?

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In 1609, Henry Hudson explored the area, leading to European interest and eventual colonization.