Bill Nye Wetlands

Which of the following best describes a wetland?

• A dry area with little vegetation

• An area where water covers the soil, either permanently or seasonally

• A deep ocean trench

• A mountain stream

Which of the following is a function of wetlands?

• They are primarily used for agriculture

• They act as natural water filters and provide habitat for wildlife

• They are a source of saltwater

• They are primarily used for urban development

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NGSS.MS-LS2-4

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What is the primary reason wetlands are considered important for environmental health?

• They are a major source of freshwater.

• They provide unique recreational areas.

• They act as natural water filters.

• They are rich in mineral deposits.

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NGSS.MS-LS2-5

Match the following descriptions of how wetlands contribute to reducing the impact of flooding with the correct mechanisms.

• How do wetlands help when there's too much rain?

• By building natural barriers

• What natural structures do wetlands form to combat flooding?

• By redirecting water flow to rivers

• What role do wetlands play in managing river flows?

• By evaporating water more quickly than other habitats

• How do wetlands affect the water cycle compared to other areas?

• By absorbing excess water

Which of the following is NOT a function of wetlands?

• Providing habitat for wildlife

• Filtering pollutants from water

• Storing carbon to reduce greenhouse gases

• Increasing water temperature

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In which freshwater habitat would you most likely find amphibians?

• Rivers

• Lakes

• Wetlands

• Groundwater

Which type of freshwater habitat is characterized by slow-moving or standing water with a high amount of vegetation?

• Rivers

• Streams

• Wetlands

• Groundwater

What is a wetland?

• A dry area with little vegetation

• An area where water covers the soil, either permanently or seasonally

• A deep ocean trench

• A mountain stream

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

NGSS.MS-LS2-1

NGSS.MS-LS2-3

Which of the following is a function of wetlands?

• They are primarily used for agriculture

• They act as natural water filters and provide habitat for wildlife

• They are a source of saltwater

• They are primarily used for urban development

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS2-5

What is the primary reason wetlands are considered important for environmental health?

• They are a major source of freshwater.

• They provide unique recreational areas.

• They act as natural water filters.

• They are rich in mineral deposits.