
Water Pollution and Its Impact Flashcard
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9th Grade
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is water pollution?
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Water pollution is the contamination of water bodies (like rivers, lakes, and oceans) due to harmful substances or pollutants, which can adversely affect aquatic life and human health.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is acid rain?
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Acid rain is precipitation that contains high levels of sulfuric and nitric acids, primarily caused by emissions of sulfur dioxide (SO2) and nitrogen oxides (NOx) from industrial activities and vehicles.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What are point source pollutants?
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Point source pollutants are contaminants that enter a water body from a single, identifiable source, such as a pipe or a discharge outlet.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What are nonpoint source pollutants?
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Nonpoint source pollutants are contaminants that come from multiple, diffuse sources, making them harder to control, such as runoff from agricultural fields or urban areas.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is an example of point source pollution?
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Sewage disposal is an example of point source pollution, as it comes from a specific location.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is an example of nonpoint source pollution?
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Oil spills can be considered nonpoint source pollution when they result from runoff or leaks from various sources.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the main method for dealing with oil spills?
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The main method for dealing with oil spills is removal, which involves physically cleaning up the oil from the water.
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