Water Basics
What is the term for all the water on Earth, including oceans, rivers, and lakes?
(Hydrosphere)
What is the definition of Evaporation?
When the sun heats up water and turns it into vapor or steam
What is the definition of Conservation?
Using resources wisely and not wasting them.
What is the definition of Groundwater?
Water found beneath the Earth's surface.
What is the definition of Precipitation?
Any form of water falling from the sky — rain, snow, sleet, or hail.
The __________ is the process by which water moves through the environment.
(Water Cycle)
Fill in the blank: The term
Condensation refers to ________
the process where water vapor turns into liquid water, forming clouds.
Fill in the blank: The term. Pollution refers to ________
harmful materials added to the air, water, or land.
Fill in the blank: The term Aquifer refers to _______
a layer of rock or sand that holds groundwater.
Fill in the blank: The term Drought refers to _______
a long period of little or no rainfall.
Which of these describes water soaking into the ground?
a) Evaporation
b) Runoff
c) Infiltration d) Water turning into vapor
c) Infiltration (Correct)
What does Runoff mean?
a)Water soaking into the ground b) Water moving across the land. c) Water freezing d) Water turning into vapor
B) Water moving across the land
What does Treatment Plant mean? a) A place for growing trees. b) A place where water is cleaned. c) A water reservoir. d) A recycling plant
b) A place where water is cleaned
What does Watershed mean?
a) An area that stores rainwater. b) An area where all water drains to a common point. c) A water factory. d)An underground river
b) An area where all water drains to a common point
What does Flood mean? a)Too little water b) A natural fire. c) Too much water overflowing. d) Water cycle process
c) Too much water overflowing
Explain how a reservoir is used by humans.
To store water for use during dry periods, emergencies, or daily supply.
Explain the importance or role of Irrigation.
It helps farmers grow crops by delivering water to fields.
Explain the importance or role of Deforestation.
Removing trees can harm the environment and reduce air quality.
Explain the role of Groundwater.
It's a source of drinking water and irrigation.
Explain the role of Climate Change.
It causes long-term shifts in temperature and weather, affecting ecosystems.
Why is infiltration important for groundwater and water conservation?
It helps refill underground water supplies and prevents surface runoff.
Scenario: Example of Evaporation in action.
A puddle drying up on a hot day.
Scenario: Example of Conservation in action.
Turning off water while brushing teeth.
Scenario: Example of an Aquifer.
The Ogallala Aquifer supplies water to farms in the Midwest.
Scenario: Example of Erosion.
Water washing away soil from a riverbank or cliffside.