Video: Water on Earth
The majority of Earth’s surface is covered with water, but most if it is saltwater. Through vivid examples, students discover the various types of bodies of water and how they are connected. Different phases and properties of water are presented as students compare and contrast glaciers, groundwater, wetlands, aquifers, lakes, estuaries, oceans, and streams.
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Watch this video to learn more about water on earth. This video is 15 minutes in length.
Water on Earth
When fresh water from a river mixes with salt water of a ocean we call it _________.
An estuary.
Groundwater is water that is below the ground. Water percolates through the ground, and layers of clay or rock can trap the water underground in an aquifer. Aquifers can be used for drinking water.
Groundwater
What is an aquifer?
An aquifer is water that is stored underground.