Understanding Watersheds and Pollution

Chrissy from Cobb County Water System explains watersheds, their importance, and how human activities impact them. Through a hands-on activity, viewers create a paper watershed to visualize water flow and pollution effects. The video concludes with solutions to prevent pollution and a call to action.

What is a watershed?

• A type of weather phenomenon

• A type of water filter

• An area of land where water drains to a common point

• A large body of water like a lake

Which part of the hand represents the boundary of a watershed in the demonstration?

• The palm

• The fingertips

• The wrist

• The knuckles

What materials are needed for the paper watershed activity?

• A plastic sheet, scissors, and glue

• A piece of cardboard, paint, and a brush

• A piece of white paper, colored markers, a spray bottle, and a tub

• A piece of cloth, a needle, and thread

What do the red lines represent in the paper watershed activity?

• Roads

• Ridge lines

• Houses

• Rivers

What does the spray bottle represent in the paper watershed activity?

• A lake

• A water filter

• A rainstorm

• A river

What happens to the ink on the paper watershed when it is sprayed with water?

• It runs together and collects in low points

• It changes color

• It evaporates

• It stays in place

What does the black ink represent in the pollution demonstration?

• Industrial waste

• Animal waste

• Household waste

• Oil or gas from cars

What is a suggested solution to prevent oil and gas pollution in watersheds?

• Use electric cars only

• Check cars for leaks and maintain them regularly

• Avoid driving in the rain

• Use more public transportation

What should you do if you see litter on a trail?

• Pick it up and throw it in the trash

• Ignore it

• Kick it off the trail

• Cover it with leaves

What is the main message of the video?

• To learn about different types of water bodies

• To understand the importance of watersheds and how to protect them

• To learn about the water cycle

• To explore the history of watersheds