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Questions

1. Describe what is meant by "Swiss cheese" relating to the Floridan Aquifer?

2. Name at least two specific, and different ways in which water may be input into the aquifer system?

3. In relation to the above question, describe how and why (or not) each input is filtered upon entering the aquifer system.

4. Of the eight categories of water pollutants discussed in Chapter 21 of your text, name at least four this video mentions/discusses.

5. Briefly describe the a) sources and b) potential effects of each of the four water pollutants stated above?

6. Briefly describe three specific best management practices (specifically covered in the video) the agricultural industries of Florida undergo to help protect Florida's water resources.

7. Briefly describe how the underground cave and cavern systems formed?

8. Why is water within the aquifer system (when conditions are suitable) extremely clear?

9. Describe what effect does development, through erecting buildings and concrete pavement, have on the recharge of aquifers and the quality of the water?

10. Name three things individuals can do to help conserve water and maintain a high quality of the resource?

11. Briefly describe the steps involved in how wastewater sewage is treated and what is the end result in regard to the quality of the water?

12. How can species, such as cave crayfish, be an indicator of water quality?

13. Describe what is a spring?