Week #15 Basics Flashcard Review

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Why are too many nutrients (like nitrates and phosphates) bad for our waters?

Back

Nutrients in the water cause too much algae growth, which decreases the level of oxygen in the water.

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What are the names of the Great Lakes?

Back

Superior, Huron, Erie, Ontario, Michigan.

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What does pH measure?

Back

pH measures how acidic or basic a solution is.

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Where is most of the freshwater found on Earth?

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Most of the freshwater is found in glaciers and ice caps.

Front

As water gets warmer, can it hold less oxygen?

Back

True.

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What is eutrophication?

Back

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

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What is the impact of algae blooms on aquatic life?

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Algae blooms can deplete oxygen levels in the water, harming fish and other aquatic organisms.

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What is the significance of wetlands in water filtration?

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Wetlands filter out pollutants and excess nutrients from runoff before they enter larger water bodies.

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What is the role of glaciers in the Earth's water supply?

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Glaciers store a significant portion of the Earth's freshwater, releasing it slowly into rivers and lakes.

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How does temperature affect the solubility of gases in water?

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As water temperature increases, its ability to hold dissolved gases, like oxygen, decreases.