Science 7.11A Review Quizizz

What is a watershed?

• A land area that channels rainfall and snowmelt to creeks, streams, and rivers

• A type of underground water storage

• A method of water purification

• A type of irrigation system

Answer explanation

A watershed is defined as a land area that collects and channels rainfall and snowmelt into creeks, streams, and rivers, making the first answer choice correct.

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Which of the following is considered a beneficial influence of human activity on water resources?

• Overuse

• Recycling

• Water pollution

• Fertilizer use

Answer explanation

Recycling is a beneficial influence on water resources as it reduces waste and conserves water by reusing materials, unlike overuse, pollution, or fertilizer use, which can harm water quality and availability.

Which of the following is NOT a component of groundwater?

• Aquifers

• Springs

• Rivers

• Wells

Answer explanation

Rivers are surface water bodies, while aquifers, springs, and wells are all components of groundwater systems. Therefore, rivers are NOT a component of groundwater.

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What is an example of harmful human activity affecting water resources?

• Xeriscaping

• Over watering lawns

• Using rain barrels

• Repairing water leaks

Answer explanation

Over watering lawns leads to excessive runoff and can deplete local water resources, making it a harmful human activity. In contrast, xeriscaping, using rain barrels, and repairing leaks promote water conservation.

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Which of the following is a type of surface water?

• Aquifers

• Wells

• Lakes

• Water table

Answer explanation

Lakes are a type of surface water, as they are bodies of water that collect on the Earth's surface. In contrast, aquifers, wells, and the water table refer to groundwater sources.

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What is a beneficial effect of human activity on surface water?

• Proper disposal of waste materials

• Letting water run

• Motor oil disposal

• Fertilizer use

Answer explanation

Proper disposal of waste materials helps prevent pollution and protects surface water quality, making it a beneficial human activity. Other options can lead to environmental harm.

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Which of the following is a harmful effect of human activity on surface water?

• Minimize usage and consumption

• Runoff

• Xeriscaping

• Low flow toilets

Answer explanation

Runoff is a harmful effect of human activity on surface water as it carries pollutants from land into water bodies, degrading water quality. The other options, like minimizing usage and xeriscaping, are beneficial practices.

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What is an example of a recharge zone?

• A pond

• An aquifer

• A river

• A swamp

Answer explanation

An aquifer is a geological formation that can store and transmit water, making it a key recharge zone where water can infiltrate and replenish groundwater supplies. Other options do not serve this specific function.

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Which of the following is NOT a beneficial influence of human activity?

• Reduce usage

• Overuse

• Low flow toilets

• Repairing water leaks

Answer explanation

Overuse is detrimental as it leads to resource depletion and environmental harm, unlike the other options which promote conservation and efficiency.

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Which of the following is a component of surface water?

• Water table

• Springs

• Wetlands

• Aquifers

Answer explanation

Wetlands are areas where water covers the soil, making them a key component of surface water. In contrast, water tables, springs, and aquifers are related to groundwater, not surface water.

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