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Water Quality Factors (P4)

Water Quality Factors (P4)

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Science

8th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is water quality?

Back

Water quality refers to the physical, chemical, and biological characteristics of water, which determine its suitability for various uses, including drinking, recreation, and supporting aquatic life.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does pH measure in water?

Back

pH measures the acidity or alkalinity of water on a scale from 0 to 14, with 7 being neutral.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a neutral pH level?

Back

A neutral pH level is 7, indicating that the water is neither acidic nor basic.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are macroinvertebrates?

Back

Macroinvertebrates are organisms that are large enough to be seen without a microscope and lack a backbone, such as insects and worms.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Why are macroinvertebrates important in assessing water quality?

Back

Macroinvertebrates are important bioindicators because their presence, absence, or diversity reflects the health of aquatic ecosystems.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are nitrates?

Back

Nitrates are compounds that contain nitrogen and oxygen, often found in fertilizers, which can affect water quality when present in high concentrations.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How do excess nitrates affect water bodies?

Back

Excess nitrates can lead to algal blooms, which deplete oxygen in the water and harm aquatic life.

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