Invasive Species
What is an invasive species?
A non-native species that causes harm to the area it is in
Point Source pollution is...?
A type of pollution you can POINT OUT specifically. (A sewage pipe leading into a pond for example)
How many watersheds does NY state have?
17
How much of Earth is covered in water?
70%-75%
What is the acronym for water invasive species?
AIS (Aquatic Invasive Species)
Non point Source pollution is...?
Pollution you can't just point at and say "There! That's the problem" (Example: Algal blooms)
Which county has 2 watersheds
Choquaqua County
What percecnt of the Earths freshwater is acsecible? (What percent is not in the polar caps?)
31%
Factors that watersheds water availability depends on?
Drought, Overuse (The water is often used faster then it is replenished), and Water demand.
(Any of these answers is fine but try to remember them all!)
1 billion
What are watersheds used for?
Supplying drinking water, support agriculture, sustain ecosystems, and help with managing storm water. (Any of these answers is fine just try to remember them all)
What percent of illness in developing controies are related to poor water issues?
80%
What is a watershed?
An area of land that drains into a particular river or body of water usually divided by topography