environmental science
Water Storage: Aquifers, Dams, and Reservoirs
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Where does drinking water come from? |
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What freshwater systems do we have access to in Memphis? |
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What are 3 things you notice about this picture? |
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How do you think water is accessed in this system? |
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Is this an infinite (forever) source of water? Explain your answer. |
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Identify 2 concerns that may arise from using water from an aquifer system. |
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Video: Dams
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Define the word dam. |
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List 5 benefits of a dam. |
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Based on the short video, what are 3 problems that may be associated with dams. |
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Research HomeWork
Research dams both domestic (America) and abroad (outside the US) and determine the quality of these dams.
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Name of Dam:
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Location (US):
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Location (Abroad): |
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Image:
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Disadvantages |
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