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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The majority of aquatic creatures prefer a pH range of 6.5-9.0. If it is too low or high they will die. True or False?

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True

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

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basic

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Which factors are most characteristic of a healthy body of water?

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low turbidity and high dissolved oxygen

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Which glass is more turbid?

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The water in the glass on the right is more turbid.

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What does pH measure in water?

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pH measures the acidity or basicity of water.

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What is turbidity?

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Turbidity is the cloudiness or haziness of a fluid caused by large numbers of individual particles.

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What is dissolved oxygen and why is it important?

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Dissolved oxygen is the amount of oxygen that is present in water, essential for aquatic life.

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What pH level is considered neutral?

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A pH level of 7 is considered neutral.

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What can high turbidity indicate about water quality?

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High turbidity can indicate pollution or the presence of harmful microorganisms.