Water Pollution

What starts the process of eutrophication in water bodies?

• Introduction of invasive species

• Natural disasters like floods

• Washing fertilizers into the system

• Overfishing in the area

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What are the main nutrients in fertilizers that lead to eutrophication?

• Carbon and Zinc

• Potassium and Sulfur

• Iron and Magnesium

• Nitrate and Phosphate

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What happens to the water when it becomes anoxic?

• It becomes clearer and cleaner

• It changes color to a deep blue

• All non-bacterial life dies

• It starts to evaporate more quickly

What is the role of bacteria in the eutrophication process?

• They consume pollutants, making the water safe

• They break down dead plants and algae, releasing more nutrients

• They produce oxygen, increasing water quality

• They clean the water by consuming algae

Why is it important to be careful with fertilizers when growing crops?

• To reduce the risk of eutrophication

• To increase crop yield

• To avoid attracting pests

• To prevent soil erosion

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What does this acornym stand for "CWA?"

• Clean Wonder Act

• Clean Water Act

• Clean Wasterwater Act

• Clean Air Act

What does the acronym "RCRA" stand for?

• None of the Above

• Resource Conservative and Recommended Act

• Resources Conservation and Recovery Act

• Environmental Protection Agency

What does this acronym "EPA" stand for?

• None of the Above

• Environmental Property Agency

• Environmental Protection Agency

• Environmental Protection Act

A carbon sink is a natural or man-made reservoir that accumulates and stores some ​​ (a)______ containing chemical compound for an indefinite period.​

• Oxygen

• Carbon

• Water

• Light

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If ocean salinity decreases, carbon dioxide absorption will....

• Decrease

• Increase

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