Water Quality ESS.8.3.1

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What does high turbidity indicate about water?

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High turbidity means very murky or cloudy water.

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What is a river basin?

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A river basin is the land drained by a river and its tributaries.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

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Is the total amount of water on Earth constantly changing?

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False. The total amount of water on Earth is constant.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

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What does water quality describe?

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Water quality describes the chemical, physical, and biological attributes of water as it is fit for drinking, fishing, swimming, farming, etc.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

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Where does runoff typically end up?

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Runoff can end up in ponds, streams, rivers, and other bodies of water.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

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What is turbidity?

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Turbidity is a measure of how clear water is, often affected by particles suspended in it.

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What are nitrates?

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Nitrates are compounds that can affect water quality, often coming from fertilizers and waste.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

NGSS.MS-LS2-4

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What is dissolved oxygen?

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Dissolved oxygen is the amount of oxygen that is present in water, essential for aquatic life.

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NGSS.MS-LS2-1

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What is the significance of pH in water quality?

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pH measures how acidic or basic water is, affecting the health of aquatic ecosystems.

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What is a watershed?

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A watershed is an area of land where all the water drains into a common water body.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4