Marine Conservation Quiz

Does water cover around 71% of our planet?

• True

• False

The ocean holds around 96.5% of all earths water?

• True

• False

Which of the these are a key hazard of a coastal storm?

• Storm surges

• Erosion

• Extreme waves

• Flooding

• All of the above

Which of the following is a major cause of ocean pollution?

• Plastic waste

• Oil spills

• Chemical runoff

• All of the above

Which marine organism is most affected by ocean acidification?

• Corals

• Sharks

• Turtles

• Seals

Which type of pollution originates from excessive nutrient runoff and leads to harmful algal blooms?

• Plastic pollution

• Oil pollution

• Light pollution

• Nutrient pollution

Which animal is often referred to as an indicator species for ocean health?

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The Japanese word "Tsunami" means "Harbour wave" in English

• True

• False

How can Tsunami's be generated?

• Earthquakes

• Landslides

• Submarine explosion (Underwater Volcanos)

• Asteroid

• All of the Above

How can tsunamis affect marine environments?

• Destroy habitats

• Destroy costal communities

• Affect marine species populations

• All of the above