watersheds/water treatment Flashcards
Explain the meaning of the term ‘Watershed’.
The term watershed refers to the natural phenomenon when water pools into one area, normally due to a steep incline.
What are the four watersheds that can be found in the Brampton community?
a. Etobicoke
B. Credit River
C. Humber River
D. Mimico
In which watershed are we located at (school address)?
We’re located at the Etobicoke/Mimico watershed.
When rain falls on streets, where does it go? Explain the steps the water will follow in (City/Town Name).
The water falls into the municipal drainage system, going through the sewers before being treated and sent for consumption.
Are there any endangered animals that are found within our watershed? What can we do to protect them?
An endangered animal found in our watershed is the redside dace. Redside dace are small, red fish that feed on algae and plankton.
Create a list of common stormwater pollution in (City/Town Name).
Toxic materials
Nutrient-rich materials
Solid waste
Sediment
What are some ways that we can help to reduce stormwater pollution?
implement better filtration,
spread community awareness
define bioremeditation
the act of sending microscopic organisms to break down more harmful substances and fight against pollutants to clean up an area.
water treatment:
the process of
removing potentially dangerous
substances from water to make
it more acceptable for a desired
end-use
sustainability:
being able to meet
the needs of the present without
compromising the ability of future
generations to meet their own needs
Is clear, colourless, and odourless drinking water always safe
to drink?
no because there could still be mirco-organisms that can harm you
blackwater:
water that contains feces
and urine; also called “sewage”
