Unit 5 Air & Water Pollution Test Review

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What is point source pollution?

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Point source pollution refers to contaminants that enter a waterway from a single, identifiable source, such as a pipe or a tank leak.

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What is water pollution?

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Water pollution is the addition of chemicals or substances in water that can harm aquatic life and make water unsafe for human use.

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Is pollution only the addition of harmful substances to the atmosphere?

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False. Pollution can also include the introduction of harmful substances into water and land.

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What type of pollution are people protecting themselves from when wearing masks in a polluted city?

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Air pollution.

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What is the Greenhouse effect?

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The Greenhouse effect is a condition caused by carbon dioxide, methane, and water vapor trapping heat in the Earth's atmosphere, leading to an increase in global temperatures.

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What is groundwater pollution?

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Groundwater pollution occurs when harmful substances seep into the ground and contaminate underground water sources.

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What is nonpoint source pollution?

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Nonpoint source pollution refers to diffuse contamination that does not originate from a single discrete source, often resulting from runoff.

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What is thermal pollution?

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Thermal pollution is the degradation of water quality by any process that changes ambient water temperature, often due to industrial discharges.

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What are some common sources of air pollution?

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Common sources of air pollution include vehicle emissions, industrial discharges, and burning fossil fuels.

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What is land pollution?

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Land pollution is the degradation of the Earth's land surfaces, often caused by human activities such as waste disposal and industrial processes.