7SCI-Q3-T13-L 5.2 - Impacts on Water

What percentage of Earth's water is available for human use?

• 10 percent

• 5 percent

• 1 percent

• 20 percent

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-1

NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

Which of the following is NOT a use of water by humans?

• Drinking

• Bathing

• Cooking

• Mining

What is point-source pollution?

• Pollution from broad areas

• Pollution from identifiable single sources

• Pollution from natural sources

• Pollution from unknown sources

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-3

Which of the following is an example of nonpoint-source pollution?

• Industrial discharge

• Sewage pipes

• Runoff from urban streets

• Factory emissions

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NGSS.MS-LS2-4

What is one way international cooperation can help with water issues?

• Increase water prices

• Address water scarcity

• Build more dams

• Reduce water usage

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

Which action is NOT a way to help conserve water?

• Reduce the use of harmful chemicals

• Dispose of waste safely

• Leave taps running

• Conserve water

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

What is a national initiative to help with water conservation?

• Increase water taxes

• Monitor water quality

• Build more reservoirs

• Import water

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

Which of the following is a positive action to address water pollution?

• Ignore pollution

• Implement regulations

• Increase pollution

• Reduce water usage

What is a key reason water is considered a finite resource?

• It is abundant

• It is irreplaceable

• It is cheap

• It is renewable

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-1

NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

Which of the following is NOT a source of water pollution?

• Point-source pollution

• Nonpoint-source pollution

• Natural springs

• Industrial discharge