8.E.1.3-8.E.1.4 Test and vocab review

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What happens to dissolved oxygen levels when there is an increase in algae growth?

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Dissolved oxygen levels decrease.

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What is a substance with a pH less than 7 called?

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Acid

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What is the process of creating favorable conditions in water so that particles will stick together?

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Flocculation

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What is a substance with a pH greater than 7 called?

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Base

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Which two indicators have the greatest effect on the health of a river system?

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Nitrate levels and Turbidity.

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What is turbidity?

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Turbidity is a measure of how clear water is, affected by suspended particles.

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What is the role of nitrates in water systems?

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Nitrates are nutrients that can promote algae growth, affecting water quality.

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What is the difference between an acid and a base?

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An acid has a pH less than 7, while a base has a pH greater than 7.

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What is the significance of bioindicators in assessing water quality?

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Bioindicators are organisms used to assess the health of an ecosystem.

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What is coagulation in water treatment?

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Coagulation is the process of adding chemicals to water to form clumps of particles.