Aquaculture 100-140

What is aquaculture?

• The study of marine life

• The farming of fish and other aquatic organisms

• The process of ocean conservation

• The commercial fishing of wild species

Why is aquaculture important for seafood supply?

• It eliminates the need for wild fisheries

• It provides a sustainable source of seafood to meet increasing demand

• It reduces the cost of imported seafood

• It only benefits coastal communities

What is the primary species farmed in U.S. marine aquaculture?

• Lobster

• Oysters, clams, mussels, shrimp, and salmon

• Tuna and cod

• Jellyfish

Which region in the U.S. is known for its salmon aquaculture?

• The Gulf of Mexico

• The Northeast (Maine through North Carolina)

• The Pacific Islands

• The Southwest

How does aquaculture support coastal communities?

• It creates jobs and business opportunities

• It replaces traditional fishing industries

• It eliminates the need for seafood imports

• It increases the number of marine sanctuaries

What is a major challenge of marine aquaculture?

• Lack of consumer demand

• Environmental sustainability and regulatory compliance

• Too much government funding

• Decreasing global seafood demand

How does shellfish farming benefit the environment?

• It helps remove excess nutrients from the water

• It increases the need for chemical treatments

What percentage of seafood consumed in the U.S. is imported?

• 30%

• 50%

• 80%

• 95%

Which federal agency oversees aquaculture regulations?

• National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

• National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)

• Department of Energy (DOE)

• Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)

What is the purpose of a recirculating aquaculture system?

• To allow fish to grow in open ocean environments

• To continuously filter and reuse water

• To eliminate the need for feeding fish

• To increase fish population density without affecting water quality