Fruitvale Test (M)

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What is a Point Source of Pollution?

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A Point Source of Pollution is a single, identifiable source of pollution, such as a pipe or a factory, that discharges pollutants directly into the environment.

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What is a Nonpoint Source of Pollution?

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A Nonpoint Source of Pollution is diffuse and does not have a single point of origin, such as runoff from agricultural fields or urban areas.

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What is an example of Point Source Pollution?

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An example of Point Source Pollution is sewage leaking from a pipe.

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What is an example of Nonpoint Source Pollution?

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An example of Nonpoint Source Pollution is runoff from agricultural fields after rain.

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What does it mean if a material is permeable?

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A permeable material allows liquids to flow through it, such as sand or gravel.

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What does it mean if a material is impermeable?

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An impermeable material does not allow liquids to flow through it, such as clay or solid rock.

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How does groundwater get filtered?

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Groundwater is filtered by permeable earth materials that allow water to pass through while trapping contaminants.

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What is a topographic map?

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A topographic map shows the elevation and terrain features of an area, including hills, valleys, and water bodies.

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What is a geologic cross section map?

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A geologic cross section map provides a vertical slice through the earth, showing the types and arrangement of rocks and sediments.

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What is the best map to find the depth of a well?

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The best map to find the depth of a well is a geologic cross section map.