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Groundwater Basics DLESE Reviewed Collection
http://www.epa.gov/safewater/kids/wsb/pdfs/9124.pdf
From Digital Water Ed Library (DWEL)
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These activities explain the management of ground water resources using a balanced approach, focusing on interdependencies in the environment. All activities can be performed using readily available materials. Fact sheets, reference materials, and a glossary of terms are provided. The activities cover such topics as groundwater basics, movement of water in aquifers, recharge and discharge, how a well works, groundwater contaminants, remediation methods, and the hazards presented by landfills and leaking underground storage tanks.
Intended for grade levels:
  • High (9-12)
Type of resource:
  • For the classroom:
    • Classroom activity
Subject:
  • Hydrology
Technical requirements:
Adobe Acrobat reader
Cost / Copyright:
No cost
Copyright and other restrictions information is unknown.
DLESE Catalog ID: DWEL-000-000-000-092
Educational standards:
  • National Science Education Standards (NSES):
    • 5-8:
      • D - Earth and space science:
        • Structure of the earth system
      • F - Science in personal / social perspectives:
        • Personal health
        • Populations, resources, environments
    • 9-12:
      • F - Science in personal / social perspectives:
        • Environmental quality
        • Natural resources
        • Personal and community health
Related resources:
This resource is part of
http://www.epa.gov/safewater/kids/wsb/index.html#9-12
Resource contact / Creator / Publisher:
Publisher: USEPA, Region 4 Water Management Division