Water Quality Indicators

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What is the pH level of neutral substances?

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A pH level of 7 is considered neutral.

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Which substance has a pH close to neutral?

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Blood has a pH close to neutral.

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What is potable water?

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Potable water is water that is safe to drink.

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What is eutrophication?

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Eutrophication is the process where water bodies become overly enriched with nutrients, leading to excessive growth of algae.

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What element primarily speeds up eutrophication?

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Phosphates speed up eutrophication.

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What does a few bio-indicator organisms in water indicate?

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It indicates poor water quality.

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What is a point source of pollution?

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A point source of pollution is a single, identifiable source of pollution, such as a pipe discharging waste into a river.

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What is a non-point source of pollution?

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A non-point source of pollution comes from multiple, diffuse sources, such as runoff from urban areas.

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What is the significance of bio-indicators in water quality assessment?

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Bio-indicators are organisms used to assess the health of an ecosystem; their presence or absence indicates water quality.

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What is the role of carbonates in water quality?

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Carbonates can affect the pH and hardness of water, influencing aquatic life.