Hydrology Test

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What is beach nourishment?

Back

A process of adding sand or sediment to a beach to combat erosion and increase beach width.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

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What is a major disadvantage of beach nourishment?

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It is only a short term solution.

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What is the impact of upgrading water purification systems on freshwater supply?

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It could cause an increase in the freshwater supply.

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What is runoff?

Back

Water that does not infiltrate into the soil and stays on the surface.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

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What is groundwater?

Back

Water that is stored underground in soil and rock layers.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-1

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What is the water cycle?

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The continuous movement of water on, above, and below the surface of the Earth.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

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What is transpiration?

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The process by which water is absorbed by plants and released as vapor into the atmosphere.

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What is condensation?

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The process by which water vapor in the air is changed into liquid water.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-1

NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

Front

What are river basins?

Back

Land areas drained by a river and its tributaries.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

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What is the significance of the Atlantic Ocean in relation to river flow?

Back

Rivers that flow into the Atlantic Ocean contribute to its water levels and ecosystem.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-4