Pollution Can Enter the Hydrosphere in Many Different Ways

Which of the following is a primary source of pollution entering the hydrosphere?

• Industrial discharge

• Photosynthesis

• Wind erosion

• Solar radiation

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

What is the process called when pollutants are carried into the hydrosphere through rain?

• Evaporation

• Condensation

• Precipitation

• Infiltration

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Which of the following pollutants is most likely to cause eutrophication in water bodies?

• Nitrogen compounds

• Carbon dioxide

• Ozone

• Methane

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How does plastic pollution primarily affect marine life?

• By increasing water temperature

• By providing nutrients

• By causing entanglement and ingestion

• By reducing oxygen levels

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What is the term for the movement of pollutants through the water cycle?

• Hydrological transport

• Biomagnification

• Sedimentation

• Photosynthesis

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Which of the following is a method to reduce pollution entering the hydrosphere?

• Deforestation

• Wastewater treatment

• Burning fossil fuels

• Using pesticides

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What is the main consequence of oil spills in the ocean?

• Increased fish population

• Enhanced coral growth

• Harm to marine organisms

• Improved water clarity

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Which scientific principle explains the spread of pollutants in water bodies?

• Diffusion

• Reflection

• Refraction

• Absorption

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What type of pollution is caused by excess nutrients in water bodies?

• Thermal pollution

• Nutrient pollution

• Noise pollution

• Light pollution

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Which of the following is a natural source of pollution in the hydrosphere?

• Volcanic eruptions

• Car emissions

• Plastic waste

• Industrial runoff