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Water Science for Schools
Find information on many aspects of water, along with pictures, data, maps, and an interactive center.
Glacier FAQs
Learn about the common questions and myths about glaciers.
Groundwater Basics
All you want to know about ground water.
Water Use Report 2000 Estimated Water Use in the United States in 2000. Eruptions of Mount St. Helens: Past, Present, & Future Highlights the eruptive history of this Mount St. Helens. Activities to Explore Acid Rain and Building Stones This 38-page report provides 12 activities for students to explore the effects of acid rain on building stones. Hands-on Experiments To Test for Acid Mine Drainage Experiments. How to Collect and See Microbes Detailed experiment background and procedures. Real-Time Water Data Contains real-time information on streamflow. Two Months of Flooding in Eastern North Carolina, September - October 1999 Reports of the effects of hurricanes. Includes data and photographs. Online Water-Related Reports Link to water-related reports. Water-Resources Online Publications Links to water related publications. Willie Takes a Field Trip A coloring book that introduces tomorrow's scientists to our vital resource -- water. The Great Ice Age Learn about a period of recurring widespread glaciations on earth. (In PDF format.) Media for Science Photo collections of maps, natural disasters, and activities at the USGS. Toxic Water Photo Gallery View images of areas of contaminated water. Water Science Glossary of Terms
Hydrologic Definitions
Water Basics Glossary
GLOBE: Global Learning and Observations to Benefit the Environments Education Program Teachers and students -- help scientists by sending your scientific data and observations to their data archive. Athena, Earth and Space Science K-12 education page for teachers and students. USGS Geology in Parks Learn geology basics from touring the national parks. Ask-a-Geologist Get your geological questions answered by geologists Books & Other Publications These pages contain listings of online USGS books, reports, and pamphlets. The Fragile Fringe Lesson plans and activities to teach students about wetlands. Glacier National Park Take an electronic field trip to the crown jewel of the Rockies. USGS South Florida Ecosystem / Kids’ Corner Games, photos, and dictionary for kids. Science Challenge Questions and Answers A collection of 196 questions and answers addressing earth and planetary science topics. Scientists in Action News about careers in the natural sciences -- from mapping the planets to sampling the ocean floor, from protecting wildlife to forecasting volcanic eruption.s USGS by State Find geological, biologcial, mineral, and water information; also maps and streamflow of each State of U.S. Picturing Science A collection of photographs that creates six tours that focus on different aspects of science and include: Magnificent Waterways, Phenomenal Landscapes, Wonderful Wildlife, Changing Worlds, Earth Scientists, and Popular Products. Coastal and Marine Geology Program Contains abundant information about coasts, beaches, storms, and marine life. Earthquakes and Other Natural Hazards Learn about earthquakes and other hazards and find out how to prepare for these hazards. Hazards Fact Sheets Documentations and reports of natural disasters. National Oceans and Atmosphere Administration Homepage Come here to learn about global weather, oceans, fisheries, and view real-time information. Radon in Ground Water Find out what radon is and how it affects our health. The Center for Integration of Natural Disaster Information Provides real-time information about various hazards. Water Science for Schools Find information on many aspects of water, along with pictures, data, maps, and an interactive center. Ground Water USGS publication describes the nature of ground water, how it occurs and why we need to control its quality. Hydrology "The Study of Water and Water Problems" -- a publication of the Universities Council on Water Resources. Floods and Flood Plains Contains general background information on floods. Significant Floods in the United States During the 20th Century Contains a list of significant floods in the U.S. during the 20th century, plus types of floods. NOAA's Flood Threat Forecast View most up-to-date information on national flood-threat forecast. NOAA Photo Library Contains a vast variety of pictures from animals to landscape, the Arctic to China, space to ocean, historical art to satellite images and more. Coastal and Marine Geology: Education & Outreach Links to classroom activities and other education information. Water Education Posters Water resource posters with classroom activities. Ground Water Atlas of the United States Atlas of principal bedrock aquifers, aquifer systems, and ground water in the United States 100-Year Flood How and when uncommon big floods happen. Aquifer Basics Learn what an aquifer is and how it is related to ground water. Rain Article on rain Ground Water Learn the basics about ground water. Photo Library of National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Find photos and images of wildlife, environment, fishery, landscape, ships, space, weather, and much more! Image Gallery from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Find images of fishes, wildlife, duck stamps, landscapes, and more. Photo Library Resources Link to various image galleries from the Department of Interior. Arctic Theme Page Provides access to widely distributed Arctic data and information for scientists, students, teachers, academia, managers, decisionmakers and the general public. Wetland Science Lesson Plans Provides lesson plans that focus upon topics ranging from wetlands science to microscopy to graphing calculators. Lessons on the Lake Provides lessons and activities that teach students basic water science and environmental issues. Water Use Report 1995 Estimated Water Use in the United States in 1995. (In PDF format.) Sustainability of Ground-Water Resources This circular illustrate the hydrologic, geologic, and ecological concepts that must be considered to assure the wise and sustainable use of our precious ground-water resources. Science NetLinks Connects to a library of online lessons. What is Ground Water? Learn the basics about ground water. Water Use Report 1990 Estimated Water Use in the United States in 1990. Ground Water and Surface Water: A Single Resource Present our current understanding of the processes and activities between ground water and surface water. Ground Water Basics Kids Corner Contains home and classroom experiments, question and answering, and puzzles. Groundwater Basics Contains information about ground water, glossary, issues, youth program, and ways to conserve and protect ground water. Includes kids section. New Millennium Observatory Education Page Features a curriculum for high school and middle school students based on the daily reports from expedictions at sea and NeMo results. Glaciers Informative page on how glaciers grow and various types. Contains a gallery of illustrations and photos. Wired Antarctica Learn about the people doing research in Antarctica, what it's like there and how their research is important. Learn also how glaciers work in a series of lesson plans. Making a World of Difference Records recent USGS contributions to the Nation. USGS Water Resources Michigan Michigan District operates Real-time monitoring networks and conducts scientific assessments and research of Michigan's water resources. Water Jeopardy Jeopardy game with water as the topics. Maui Fog Research Cloud forest hydrology Student Employment Web Site Information about the USGS and its programs, student employment options, major occupations and their qualifications, salaries, benefits, career fair tips and interviewing techniques are located on the USGS Student Employment Web Site. Water Resources in California California water info Johnson Creek Hydrologic Monitoring Johnson Creek Hydrologic Monitoring
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