Unit 1: The Baltimore Watershed

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Cohesion

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The ability of water molecules to stick to each other, creating surface tension.

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Adhesion

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The ability of water molecules to stick to other substances.

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Contamination of Water

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Waste from animals can contaminate water, leading to pollution.

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Runoff

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Water that flows over land and carries pollutants into lakes and streams.

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Algal Bloom

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Excessive growth of algae in water bodies, often due to nutrient pollution.

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Surface Tension

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The cohesive force between liquid molecules at the surface, allowing it to resist external force.

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Nutrient Pollution

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The introduction of excessive nutrients (like nitrogen and phosphorus) into water bodies, often from fertilizers.

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Eutrophication

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A process where water bodies become overly enriched with nutrients, leading to algal blooms and oxygen depletion.

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Water Cycle

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The continuous movement of water through evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.

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pH Level

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A measure of how acidic or basic water is, affecting aquatic life.