End of Year Science Review

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What are the main sources of waste that can contaminate water bodies?

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Agriculture, households, industry, mining, and other human activities can produce waste that ends up in groundwater, streams and rivers, and oceans.

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What does a warm front symbol look like?

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A warm front symbol is typically represented by a line with semicircles pointing in the direction of the front's movement.

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What is an aquifer?

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An aquifer is a permeable layer of rock or soil that holds a large amount of water in the saturated zone.

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What does a cold front symbol look like?

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A cold front symbol is usually represented by a line with triangles pointing in the direction of the front's movement.

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Which of the following is NOT a function of wetlands?

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Place to leave garbage is NOT a function of wetlands.

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What is the role of wetlands in the environment?

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Wetlands act as a buffer against erosion, provide spawning grounds for fish, and filter pollutants from water.

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What is groundwater?

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Groundwater is water that is stored beneath the Earth's surface in soil and rock layers.

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What is the difference between a cold front and a warm front?

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A cold front occurs when a cold air mass pushes into a warm air mass, while a warm front occurs when a warm air mass moves over a cold air mass.

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What is the significance of permeable rock layers?

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Permeable rock layers allow water to flow through them, making them essential for aquifers.

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What are the effects of pollution on aquatic ecosystems?

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Pollution can harm aquatic life, disrupt food chains, and degrade water quality.