Quiz: Groundwater

Water that fills the cracks and spaces in solid rock is (a)   .​ (b)   are layers of impermeable rock in the ground that hold groundwater. The upper level of the saturated zone is called the water (c)   . Groundwater is accessed and removed using (d)   . Which terms best complete the sentences?

• surface water
• porosity
• wells
• groundwater
• Aquifers
• table
• canals
• Watersheds
• permeabillity

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-1

The Ogallala aquifer, as shown on the map, covers a very large area in the central United States. The groundwater was deposited by ancient rivers millions of years ago and is used by farmers to water their crops. The groundwater in the aquifer is not being replenished as quickly as it is being used. Which best describes how human actions can beneficially influence the Ogallala aquifer to keep groundwater access?

• Water conservation measures

• Drilling more water wells

• Making existing wells deeper

• Use air sparging

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

A chemical spill occurs in a river. Is the groundwater in the watershed affected by the spill?

• It is affected because groundwater is where the river runs underground.

• It is affected because river water can seep into the ground and recharge the groundwater.

• It is not affected because groundwater and river water are not connected.

• It is not affected because groundwater is continually filtered by the ground.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

A community is providing suggestions for how people can protect groundwater. Which suggestions should they use? Select two answers.

• Close up underground fuel tanks

• Drill new wells in the area

• Pave the unused fields in the area

• Reduce watering lawns to every other day

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-3

Explain how the water table has changed over time using clues in the image.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

Describe the changes in the water level shown in the graph from 1991 to 2009. What may have occurred in that time period to cause those changes?

• The water level increased steadily from 1991 to 2009 due to increased rainfall.

• The water level decreased steadily from 1991 to 2009 due to drought conditions.

• The water level remained constant from 1991 to 2009 due to stable weather patterns.

• The water level fluctuated significantly from 1991 to 2009 due to seasonal changes.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

Describe the changes in the water level shown in the graph from 2009 to 2015. What may have occurred in that time period to cause that trend?

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-1

NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

Imagine a small town relying on a nearby lake for its water supply. During a particularly dry season, the lake's water levels are significantly lower than usual. Which of the following best describes the role of groundwater in this scenario?

• It serves as a temporary storage for water before it evaporates

• It acts as a source of moisture for clouds

• It replenishes the lake, maintaining its water levels

• It primarily serves agricultural purposes

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

NGSS.MS-ESS2-1

A natural, underground area where large quantities of groundwater fill the spaces between rocks is a/an

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

NGSS.MS-ESS3-1

Which of the following is a primary factor that affects the rate of groundwater recharge?

• Soil composition

• Air pressure

• Wind speed

• Sunlight intensity

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4