5 2nd Half

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What is aquaculture?

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Aquaculture is the farming of aquatic organisms, including fish, crustaceans, mollusks, and aquatic plants, in controlled environments for commercial purposes.

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What are the environmental impacts of farm-raised salmon?

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Farm-raised salmon can be infected with parasites and sea lice, which can affect wild salmon populations and ecosystems.

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What is sustainable fishing?

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Sustainable fishing refers to practices that maintain fish populations at healthy levels and minimize bycatch, ensuring long-term viability of fish stocks.

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What is bycatch?

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Bycatch is the unintentional capture of non-target species during fishing operations, which can lead to population declines of those species.

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What are the benefits of eating sustainably harvested fish?

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Eating sustainably harvested fish helps ensure stable fish populations, reduces bycatch, and supports environmentally responsible fishing practices.

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What is stormwater runoff?

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Stormwater runoff is water from rain or melting snow that flows over land or impervious surfaces, potentially carrying pollutants into water bodies.

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How does stormwater runoff affect aquatic habitats?

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Stormwater runoff can lead to the destruction of fish habitats due to high levels of suspended solids and sediments.

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What is biomagnification?

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Biomagnification is the process by which the concentration of toxic substances increases in organisms at each successive level of the food chain.

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What are the economic advantages of aquaculture?

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Aquaculture provides a consistent supply of seafood for human consumption year-round, contributing to food security and economic stability.

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What is the role of antibiotics in livestock farming?

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Antibiotics are often incorporated into the feeding regimens of densely concentrated livestock to prevent disease, but this can lead to the development of antibiotic-resistant strains.