Freshwater Unit

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What is bioremediation?

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The act of using microorganisms to naturally clean the water.

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Define eutrophic.

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A body of water that has large amounts of nutrients, shallow, lots of algal growth, low oxygen.

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What is hypoxia?

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When oxygen in the water is so low it cannot support marine life.

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What percentage of the Earth's water is freshwater?

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3%.

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How much freshwater is used for agriculture?

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70%.

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What is eutrophication?

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The process by which a body of water becomes overly enriched with nutrients, leading to excessive growth of algae.

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What are the effects of hypoxia on marine life?

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Hypoxia can lead to the death of fish and other marine organisms due to lack of oxygen.

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What is groundwater depletion?

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The reduction of the water table due to excessive extraction of groundwater.

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What is a riparian buffer strip?

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A vegetated area near a stream or river that helps filter pollutants and provides habitat.

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What is the main source of freshwater for human use?

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Rivers, lakes, and aquifers.