Unit 8: Water Pollution Strategies - Taking Action (E)

What is one of the most critical steps in pollution prevention according to the text?

• Installing water meters

• Proper waste disposal

• Using more chemicals

• Increasing water usage

Which of the following is an effective storm-water management technique mentioned in the text?

• Building more roads

• Installing concrete surfaces

• Creating rain gardens

• Increasing runoff flow

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NGSS.MS-ETS1-2

What purpose do buffer zones serve near water bodies?

• They provide recreational areas

• They increase water temperature

• They speed up water flow

• They filter pollutants and prevent erosion

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NGSS.MS-LS2-5

How can industries help prevent water pollution?

• By increasing chemical usage

• By complying with environmental regulations

• By reducing water monitoring

• By avoiding waste reporting

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NGSS.MS-ETS1-3

NGSS.MS-ETS1-4

Which individual action helps conserve water resources?

• Ignoring leaky faucets

• Using more water during peak hours

• Installing water-efficient fixtures

• Increasing water consumption

What should individuals do with household chemical products?

• Pour them down the drain

• Throw them in regular trash

• Follow local hazardous waste disposal guidelines

• Store them indefinitely

How can communities strengthen their environmental impact?

• By avoiding local cleanup events

• By participating in community clean-up efforts

• By ignoring water conservation

• By increasing chemical usage

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NGSS.MS-LS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS3-3

What is a water footprint?

• The total volume of freshwater used directly and indirectly

• The shape of water droplets

• The pattern of rainfall

• The size of water storage tanks

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

Which approach is recommended for reducing chemical pollution?

• Increasing pesticide use

• Using more synthetic fertilizers

• Choosing eco-friendly products

• Maximizing chemical applications

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-3

What role do retention basins play in pollution prevention?

• They increase water pollution

• They capture and filter stormwater

• They speed up water runoff

• They eliminate vegetation

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4