4.8 Virginia's Natural Resources

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What is a watershed?

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An area over which surface water (and the materials it carries) flows to a single collection place.

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What does 'We all live downstream' mean?

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Everyone is impacted by pollutants in the watershed.

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What is the Chesapeake Bay watershed?

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A watershed that drains into the Chesapeake Bay, which is a significant natural resource in Virginia.

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What is hardwood lumber?

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The most important product of Virginia forests, used for furniture and construction.

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What is a bay?

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A body of water that is surrounded by land on three sides and opens to the ocean.

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What are natural resources?

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Materials or substances that occur in nature and can be used for economic gain.

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What is the importance of Virginia's forests?

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They provide hardwood lumber, wildlife habitat, and recreational opportunities.

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What is the role of water in a watershed?

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Water collects and carries materials to a single point, affecting ecosystems and human activities.

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What are pollutants?

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Substances that contaminate water, air, or soil, negatively impacting the environment.

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How do human activities affect watersheds?

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Activities like farming, construction, and waste disposal can introduce pollutants into the water.