Human Impact & Dependence on Oceans

Which of the following is a way humans depend on ocean systems?

• For mining coal.

• For fresh drinking water.

• For transportation and trade.

• For growing wheat.

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How do human activities such as overfishing impact ocean systems?

• They increase the biodiversity of marine life.

• They can lead to the depletion of fish populations.

• They have no significant impact on ocean systems.

• They help in the natural regeneration of coral reefs.

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What is one effect of oil spills on ocean systems?

• They fertilize the ocean floor.

• They create new habitats for marine life.

• They can harm marine animals and plants.

• They have no effect on ocean systems.

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How does plastic pollution affect ocean systems?

• It decomposes quickly and enriches the water.

• It provides food for marine animals.

• It can entangle and harm marine life.

• It has no impact on ocean systems.

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Which of the following is a sustainable practice to reduce human impact on ocean systems?

• Overfishing.

• Using single-use plastics.

• Implementing marine protected areas.

• Dumping waste into the ocean.

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How does coastal development affect ocean systems?

• It creates more habitats for marine life.

• It can lead to habitat destruction and pollution.

• It has no impact on ocean systems.

• It improves water quality.

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What is one way humans can reduce their impact on ocean systems?

• Increase the use of fossil fuels.

• Reduce, reuse, and recycle materials.

• Increase the use of single-use plastics.

• Dump more waste into the ocean.

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What is the impact of agricultural runoff on ocean systems?

• It provides nutrients for marine life.

• It can cause harmful algal blooms.

• It has no effect on ocean systems.

• It purifies ocean water.

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How does climate change, driven by human activities, affect ocean systems?

• It stabilizes ocean temperatures.

• It leads to ocean warming and acidification.

• It has no impact on ocean systems.

• It decreases sea levels.

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Which of the following is a benefit humans receive from healthy ocean systems?

• Increased air pollution.

• Decreased biodiversity.

• Abundant seafood resources.

• More desertification.

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