Intro to Aquatic Science

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What is the correct chemical formula for water?

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H₂O

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At what temperature does pure water begin to freeze?

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What is the process called at point C?

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Precipitation

Front

Which of the following is NOT a source of freshwater? Glaciers, Rivers, Groundwater, Oceans

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Oceans

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The deepest part of the ocean is called "Challenger Deep" and is found in the Marianas Trench. Approximately how many miles deep is Challenger Deep?

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7 miles

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True or False: cold water is more dense than hot water

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True

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What is the largest ocean in the world?

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Pacific

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The measure of the amount of salt in a body of water is called ________

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Salinity

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The main source of food, or producer, in an ocean ecosystem is...

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Plankton

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What is the largest body of saltwater closest to you? Options: Atlantic Ocean, Gulf of Mexico, Caribbean Sea, Pacific Ocean

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Gulf of Mexico