Learning about Water Pollution

What is storm water?

• Water that comes from drinking fountains

• Precipitation in any form

• Water used for irrigation

• Water that is stored in reservoirs

What are the three types of pipe systems mentioned?

• Drinking water, storm water, and wastewater

• Rainwater, groundwater, and storm water

• Drinking water, wastewater, and sewer water

• Storm water, flood water, and spring water

How does storm water help protect our environment?

• It helps grow plants

• It carries water to our homes

• It prevents flooding and erosion

• It cleans our streets

What happens to storm water runoff during a rain?

• It soaks into the ground

• It evaporates immediately

• It flows into storm drains and creeks

• It is stored for future use

What is a watershed?

• An area where water is stored

• An area of land where all water flows to one larger water body

• A type of water treatment facility

• A system for recycling water

Where does storm water eventually flow in Raleigh?

• To lakes

• Into the Atlantic Ocean

• To groundwater supplies

• Back to the sky

Which of the following is NOT considered a pollutant?

• Trash

• Pet waste

• Clean rainwater

• Fertilizers

Why should fertilizers not be applied on rainy days?

• They will wash away

• They will attract pests

• They are too expensive

• They will help plants grow faster

What is sediment?

• Water from storms

• Pollutants in the air

• Dirt or stones that mix with water

• Clean soil used for gardening

What role does sediment play in the water cycle, particularly in urban areas?

• It helps in water purification

• It can lead to erosion and turbidity (how murky water is) in water bodies

• It has no impact in urban areas

• It increases the water flow