Water Pollution

Water Pollution

9th Grade

25 Qs

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Water Pollution

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Assessment

Quiz

Science

9th Grade

Medium

NGSS
MS-LS2-4, MS-LS2-3, MS-ESS3-3

+2

Standards-aligned

Created by

Rebecca Turner

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Delve into the world of water pollution with this engaging 9th-grade Science quiz crafted by Rebecca Turner. This 25-question assessment is designed to deepen your understanding of crucial environmental science concepts. You'll explore the process of eutrophication and its impact on aquatic ecosystems, distinguish between point and nonpoint source pollution, and learn about various pollution categories such as toxic, bacterial, nutrient, sediment, and thermal pollution. Real-world examples will illustrate the sources of pollution and their environmental impacts, covering both freshwater and ocean pollution issues. Keywords like water pollution, eutrophication, point source pollution, and nonpoint source pollution will guide your learning journey. Understanding water pollution is vital for 9th-grade students as it lays the foundation for environmental literacy. Grasping the difference between point and nonpoint pollution sources, the eutrophication process, and the effects of different pollutants on water quality is essential. You'll discover how human activities contribute to water pollution and the environmental and health impacts of water contamination. Learn about the Clean Water Act and its role in addressing these issues. These concepts are not only crucial for academic success but also for real-world applications, helping you connect classroom learning with global environmental challenges. Interactive assessments like this quiz make mastering these topics both fun and effective. Ready to explore water pollution concepts further? Quizizz offers interactive assessment tools that make environmental science exciting and accessible. With ready-to-use content, you can save planning time and customize questions to fit your classroom needs. Visual elements enhance your understanding, whether you're learning in-class or remotely. Don't reinvent the wheel. Customize it. Create fast. Differentiate with ease. Embrace the adventure of learning with Quizizz and test your knowledge with confidence.

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25 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE SELECT QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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A rapid growth of algae could lead to... (Check all that apply.)

A reduction of oxygen levels in the water.

Water that can support more life.

Waters that are devoid of life.

An increase in oxygen levels.

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS2-1

NGSS.MS-LS2-3

NGSS.MS-LS2-4

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Source of pollution that can be traced to back to a single source.

runoff

sediment

point source pollution

nonpoint source pollution

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Pollution source that cannot be traced to a single point because comes from many sources

thermal

toxic

nonpoint source pollution

point source pollution

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Farmers increase their use of pesticides and herbicides. What type of pollution would this cause?

Sediment

Nutrient

Toxic

Bacterial

Thermal

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS3-3

NGSS.MS-LS2-4

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Someone drains used car oil and anti-freeze onto the ground. What type of pollution would this cause?

Toxic

Bacterial

Thermal

Nutrient

Sediment

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

The Harrison's decided to cut down the trees and the brushes that were obstructing their view. This left an open area with no vegetation between the house and the lake. What type of pollution would this cause?

Toxic

Nutrient

Thermal

Sediment

Bacterial

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS2-4

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Marta placed her leftover paint and solvent in her garbage for the regular trash pick-up instead of following the disposal instructions. What type of pollution would this cause?

Bacterial

Toxic

Nutrient

Thermal

Sediment

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