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Florida's springs and manatees

Chapter 1

The geology of Florida's crystal springs

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Chapter 2

Biology of the gentle giant

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Chapter 3

The winter migration sanctuary

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Chapter 4

Protecting the future of Florida's giants

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YOUR GOAL

Master of Florida's springs and manatees

Ch 1 · The geology of Florida's crystal springs
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Crystal Spring Wonders

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dave The constant 72-degree miracle

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dave Why first magnitude springs matter

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dave The chemistry of crystal-clear water

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dave The Floridan Aquifer's massive reach

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dave Florida's Crystal Springs Geology

Limestone insulation keeping the springs a perfect seventy-two degrees for the manatees

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The constant 72-degree miracle

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Fun Fact

Spring water age: Some water emerging from Florida's springs has been underground for over 100 years.

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The chemistry of crystal-clear water

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Glossary
aquifer (noun)
An underground layer of water-bearing permeable rock or sediment that stores and transmits groundwater. The Floridan Aquifer feeds Kings Bay, keeping the water at a constant seventy-two degrees Fahrenheit.

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Quiz

What is the name of the massive underground limestone reservoir that feeds Florida's natural springs?

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Gossip

Which spring activity sounds most exciting?

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Quiz

What mineral naturally filters Florida's spring water, making it exceptionally clear?

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Which geological process creates the sinkholes and caves that form Florida's springs?

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At what constant temperature do Florida's artesian springs remain year-round?

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How many gallons of water must a Florida spring discharge daily to be classified as a 'first magnitude' spring?

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Approximately how many mapped natural springs are found throughout the state of Florida?

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What gas, often found in spring water, gives some springs a slight sulfur smell?

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Why does the water temperature of Florida's deep springs remain constant throughout the year?

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