Water Quality Monitoring Flashcard

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Which organization monitors the water quality of lakes and streams?

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USGS

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What is the primary concern for drinking water quality?

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Human health and safety

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What index is used to assess the water quality of lakes and streams?

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Water Quality Index (WQI)

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Which agencies are responsible for monitoring drinking water quality?

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EPA and local agencies

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Which of the following is a quality indicator related to the acidity or basicity of water? Turbidity, pH, Stream Flow, Fecal Coliform

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pH

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What does the term "Dissolved Oxygen" refer to in the context of water quality indicators?

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The amount of oxygen gas present in water

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Which of the following is NOT a water quality indicator? Nitrate, Ammonium, Chloride/Salinity, Carbon Dioxide

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Carbon Dioxide

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Total Dissolved Solids is a measure of what aspect of water quality?

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The concentration of dissolved substances in water

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Which of the following is considered a factor affecting water temperature? Soil erosion that increases turbidity, Wind speed, Salinity levels, Water pH

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Soil erosion that increases turbidity

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Why is cooler stream water typically considered healthier?

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It supports more aquatic life