4.6 Watersheds

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Watershed
The land that drains into a specific body of water (river, lake, bay, etc.).
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Slope
The incline of land that divides watersheds and affects runoff directions.
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Vegetation's Role in Infiltration
More vegetation creates more space due to roots, leading to increased infiltration and groundwater recharge.
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Runoff Velocity
Greater slope leads to faster runoff velocity and increased soil erosion.
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Soil Permeability
A factor that influences the rates of runoff versus infiltration.
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Eutrophication
Process caused by nutrient pollution (N & P) leading to algal blooms and hypoxia in water bodies.
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Chesapeake Bay
A watershed that drains into streams/rivers, creating productive estuary habitats due to mixed fresh and saltwater.
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Ecosystem Services of Estuaries

Increased tourism revenue, water filtration, food source habitats, and storm protection.

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Buffer Strips
Vegetation areas along streams designed to filter pollutants and reduce watershed impacts.