NWEA DAY 2 ET

What is a watershed and how does it function in the environment?

• A type of cloud formation that affects weather patterns.

• A land area that channels rainfall and snowmelt to creeks, streams, and rivers, and eventually to outflow points such as reservoirs, bays, and the ocean.

• A mountain range that affects the direction of prevailing winds.

• A man-made system used for the collection and storage of rainwater.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Explain how the presence of liquid water on Earth contributes to its ability to support life.

• It provides a medium for chemical reactions essential for life.

• It increases the surface temperature of the Earth.

• It reflects sunlight away from the surface.

• It absorbs all ultraviolet radiation from the sun.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

Why is the location of a watershed important in determining the health of a coastal ecosystem?

• It determines the type of fish that can be found in the coastal waters.

• It affects the salinity of the ocean nearby.

• It influences the amount and type of pollutants that are carried to the coastal waters.

• It controls the temperature of the coastal region.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

How does Earth's atmosphere compare to other planets in the solar system in terms of its ability to support life?

• It has a higher percentage of nitrogen which is critical for life.

• It contains oxygen which is essential for the respiration of most life forms.

• It is primarily composed of hydrogen and helium.

• It has a protective magnetic field that other planets lack.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

Discuss the significance of Earth's distance from the sun in terms of its ability to support life.

• It allows for moderate temperatures that enable the presence of liquid water.

• It is ideal for solar energy to be harnessed using technology.

• It minimizes the impact of solar flares on biological life.

• It maximizes the amount of daylight hours during the summer.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

How does urban development impact watersheds and their ability to function naturally?

• It increases the amount of green space and natural habitats.

• It decreases water pollution by introducing advanced water treatment facilities.

• It increases surface runoff, which can lead to more pollutants entering the water system.

• It has no significant impact on watersheds.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

What role does the atmosphere play in making Earth suitable for life, and how is it unique compared to other planets?

• It helps protect us from solar radiation

• It leads to the formation of important mineral resources.

• It is responsible for the greenhouse effect.

• It creates a surface entirely covered by water.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

What is a watershed?

• Water in an area
• Water that flows into a river or stream
• Land that water flows over and through
• Water that is salty

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

What is the primary factor that distinguishes a desert biome from a tropical rainforest biome?

• Amount of annual rainfall

• Types of animal species present

• Temperature variations throughout the year

• Soil nutrient content

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

Which biome is characterized by extremely low temperatures, little precipitation, and permafrost?

• Tropical rainforest

• Desert

• Tundra

• Temperate forest

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NGSS.MS-LS1-5