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Looking at water, you might think that it's the most simple thing around. Pure water is practically colorless, odorless, and tasteless. But it's not at all simple and plain and it is vital for all life on Earth. The pictures below will help you explore the basic concepts and facts about water.
- All of Earth's Water in a single sphere
- Aqueducts have been around since Roman times
- Coastlines change over time due to climate change
- Ice caps contain a significant amount of Earth's surface water
- In outer space, water forms a sphere
- Life on Earth thrives near water
- Multiple rainbows seen at once is a rarity
- Ninety percent of an iceberg is below the waterline
- Rainstorms can be localized or widespread
- A sundog is similar to a rainbow, and more common than rainbows
- The Gulf Stream is a "river" in the ocean
- Sea levels rise and fall over time
- Water can be used to cut metal
- Why is the ocean salty?
Water Basics Information by Topic
Water is everywhere, from huge oceans to invisible water molecules making up water vapor in the air. But how much water is there on, in, above, and below the Earth, and where is it located? Use the topics below to explore the basic concepts and facts about water.
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Date published: September 16, 2019Status: CompletedWater Basics Questions & Answers
The Earth is covered in water. We find it in the air, under the ground, in our bodies, and most noticeably on Earth's surface. With so much water around us we might begin to ask all the where, when, and why's about water.
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Date published: May 22, 2019Status: CompletedTeacher's Resources for Water Education
The USGS Water Science School offers many resources to teachers help teach students all about water.
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Date published: December 10, 2018Status: CompletedSurface Water Photo Gallery
Learn about surface water using pictures.
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Date published: November 26, 2018Status: Completed
Water Quality Photo Gallery
Learn about water quality using pictures
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Date published: October 10, 2018Status: CompletedGroundwater Photo Gallery
Learn about groundwater using pictures.
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Date published: September 6, 2018Status: Completed
Water Use Photo Gallery
Learn about water use using pictures.
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Date published: August 1, 2018Status: Completed
Water Properties Photo Gallery
Learn about water's properties using pictures.
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