Studies Weekly 18 Using Resources & The Fragile Great Lakes

What are some of the Midwest's natural resources?

• fresh water and natural gas

• rich soil and oil

• rich soil and fresh water

• oil and natural gas

What can happen if rivers are polluted?

• The plants and animals that rely on the river will survive.

• The plants and animals that rely on the river will move to another river.

• The plants and animals that rely on the river will thrive.

• The plants and animals that rely on the river will suffer.

What could happen if mining companies aren't careful when removing and transporting material from their mines?

• The companies could lose money.

• Crops might not grow.

• Lakes could become polluted.

• The mine could lose some of its material.

What invasive species is a problem in the Mississippi River?

• Floridian alligators

• Asian carp

• Canada geese

• Coqui frogs

What causes algae bloom?

• fish eating the algae plants

• fertilizer that washes into the water

• climate change

• heavy rain from the storms

Algae bloom affects lake ecosystems in what way?

• The algae covers the top of the water.

• The algae makes the water dangerous to humans and fish.

• The algae makes the water dry up.

• The algae is poisonous to the fish.