EVS Unit 2 Review

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Which government agency is responsible for enforcing the Clean Air Act?

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The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is responsible for enforcing the Clean Air Act.

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What is the term for a symbiotic relationship that benefits both organisms involved?

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Mutualism is the term for a symbiotic relationship that is helpful to both organisms.

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What is the definition of point source pollution?

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Point source pollution is pollution that can be traced to a single, identifiable source.

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What type of ecological succession occurs after a disturbance such as a tornado?

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Secondary succession occurs after a disturbance like a tornado.

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What is nonpoint source pollution?

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Nonpoint source pollution is pollution that cannot be traced to a single point and comes from multiple sources.

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What is the role of the EPA in environmental protection?

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The EPA regulates and enforces laws aimed at protecting the environment and public health.

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Can you give an example of mutualism in nature?

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An example of mutualism is the relationship between bees and flowering plants, where bees pollinate the plants while obtaining nectar.

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What are some common sources of point source pollution?

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Common sources of point source pollution include factories, sewage treatment plants, and oil spills.

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What is the difference between primary and secondary succession?

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Primary succession occurs in lifeless areas where soil has not yet formed, while secondary succession occurs in areas where a disturbance has destroyed an existing ecosystem but soil remains.

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What are some examples of nonpoint source pollution?

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Examples of nonpoint source pollution include agricultural runoff, urban runoff, and sediment from construction sites.