Review: Water Resources

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What is groundwater?

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Water that collects in spaces and cracks in rocks and soil underground.

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What are water towers used for?

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Water towers store treated water until it is needed by homes and businesses.

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Define aquifers.

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Underground regions of porous soil and rock saturated with water.

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Which river supplies water to many cities in the Southwestern U.S.?

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The Colorado River.

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How does Circleville source its drinking water?

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Circleville sources its drinking water from wells.

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What is a reservoir?

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A large natural or artificial lake used to store water.

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What is the significance of the Colorado River?

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It is a crucial water source for several major cities in the Southwestern U.S.

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What is porosity?

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The measure of how much empty space is in a material, which affects its ability to hold water.

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What is irrigation?

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The artificial application of water to land to assist in the growing of crops.

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What is the role of wells in water sourcing?

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Wells are used to extract groundwater for drinking and irrigation.