For the Week ending 07/23/2004
Directions: Choose the word that matches with the definition and appropriately fits into the blank space in the sentence.
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water that is on the Earth's surface, such as in a stream, river, lake, or reservoir
The Great Lakes and their connecting channels form the largest _______ system on Earth. |
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a measure of the concentration of salt dissolved in water
Of the major oceans, the North Atlantic is the saltiest; its _______ averages about 37.9 lbs of salt per 1,000 lbs of seawater. |
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the evaporation of water into the atmosphere from the leaves and stems of plants
_______ accounts for approximately 10% of all evaporating water. |
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rain producing clouds
The ______ clouds caused the meteorologist to call for rain. |
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electricity produced by water power
The manufacturing plant is powered by _______. |