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Understanding Water Pollution

Authored by Jennifer Mestres

Science

11th Grade

DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking covered

Used 2+ times

Understanding Water Pollution
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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary source of point-source pollution?

Natural sources like seeps

Leakage from underground structures

From a discrete location, like a factory or sewer pipe

From many places spread over a large area

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What causes nutrient pollution?

Excess phosphorus and other nutrients in the water

Pathogens entering a waterway

Heat sources raising water temperature

Excess sediment in the water

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a common result of thermal pollution?

Increased sediment in water

Decreased oxygen levels in water

Increased algae growth

Raised temperature of a waterway

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which process describes the accumulation of nutrients leading to increased plant and algae growth?

Eutrophication

Filtration

Coagulation

Sedimentation

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the largest single source of oil pollution in the ocean?

Natural seeps

Agricultural runoff

Sewer overflows

Factory discharges

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What legislation helps to control water pollution by setting standards and requiring permits?

Resource Conservation and Recovery Act

Safe Drinking Water Act

Clean Water Act

Clean Air Act

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary method to reduce biological pollution?

Water treatment

Chemical use reduction

Sediment control

Nutrient reduction

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