Water Quality Indicators

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A substance that is 0-7 on the pH scale is considered _______.

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acidic

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Water that has high turbidity is said to be ______.

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cloudy

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Which source most likely contains a large amount of nitrates and is non-potable?

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water near agricultural land

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NGSS.MS-LS2-1

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A substance with a pH between 7-14 is considered _______.

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basic

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If a body of water has low levels of dissolved oxygen, what can most likely be concluded?

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water temperature is high

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What is turbidity?

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

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What does a high level of nitrates in water indicate?

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It often indicates pollution from fertilizers or agricultural runoff.

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What is the significance of dissolved oxygen in water?

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Dissolved oxygen is crucial for aquatic life; low levels can harm fish and other organisms.

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NGSS.MS-LS2-3

NGSS.MS-LS2-4

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What is the pH scale used for?

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The pH scale measures how acidic or basic a substance is, ranging from 0 (acidic) to 14 (basic).

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What does it mean if water is described as 'non-potable'?

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Non-potable water is unsafe to drink and may contain harmful contaminants.