Topics 5.10 and 5.13 - Urbanization and Red. Urban Runoff

Multiple Choice

How does urbanization impact the natural water cycle and groundwater recharge?

• It increases deep infiltration and reduces runoff.

• It prevents groundwater recharge and increases runoff.

• It increases evaporation and reduces CO2 emissions.

• It promotes vegetation growth and reduces impervious surfaces.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a direct consequence of excessive groundwater withdrawal in coastal cities?

• Increased freshwater supply

• Saltwater intrusion into groundwater

• Decreased sea level

• Expansion of urban land

Multiple Choice

Based on the trends shown, what is one major reason for the shift from rural to suburban and urban areas in the US?

• Better access to natural resources

• More job opportunities and cultural attractions

• Lower cost of living in rural areas

• Higher population density in rural areas

Multiple Select

Which of the following are causes of urban sprawl? (Select all that apply)

• Cheaper property in suburbs

• Improved public transportation

• Domino effect of residents leaving

• Decline in city tax revenue

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a pollutant commonly washed into local surface waters by urban runoff?

• Salt

• Sediment

• Fertilizer

• Plastic bottles

Multiple Choice

Characteristic of a material that contains connected air sacs, pores, that water can seep through easily.

• Groundwater

• Permeable

• Impermeable

• Water Table

Multiple Select

Which of the following are benefits of installing a rain garden in urban areas? (Select all that apply)

• Decreases runoff

• Increases flooding

• Creates habitat for pollinators

• Stores CO2

Multiple Choice

How does urbanization affect stormwater drainage compared to natural ground cover?

• It increases evaporation and deep infiltration

• It increases runoff and decreases infiltration

• It decreases runoff and increases shallow infiltration

• It has no effect on stormwater drainage