SOL Review - 6.8.b & 6.9.c - Watershed and Water Quality

What is a watershed?

• A building where water is stored

• An area of land that drains water into a specific body of water

• A type of fish that lives in Virginia's rivers

• A government agency that monitors water quality

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

Which of the following human activities can negatively impact water quality in a watershed?

• Planting trees along riverbanks

• Using excess fertilizers on lawns

• Installing rain barrels to collect rainwater

• Creating wetland areas

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

How does urban development typically affect a watershed?

• It increases natural water filtration

• It reduces the amount of impervious surfaces

• It increases runoff and potential for pollution

• It improves the habitat for aquatic species

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

How can agricultural runoff affect water quality in a watershed?

• By increasing oxygen levels in the water

• By adding beneficial nutrients for aquatic plants

• By introducing pesticides and excess nutrients into the water

• By reducing water temperature

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

NGSS.MS-LS2-4

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NGSS.MS-LS2-5

How can improper disposal of household chemicals affect water quality?

• It can make the water cleaner

• It has no effect on water quality

• It can introduce toxic substances into the water system

• It can increase the water's oxygen content

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NGSS.MS-LS2-4

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What is a potential health risk associated with consuming fish from polluted waters?

• Increased heart health

• Improved brain function

• Exposure to harmful chemicals like mercury

• Enhanced eyesight

Which of the following is a positive human action that can improve water quality in a watershed?

• Increasing the use of chemical fertilizers

• Removing vegetation along riverbanks

• Implementing stormwater management practices

• Encouraging the use of single-use plastics

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-3

How can the overuse of road salt in winter affect water quality?

• It makes the water safer to drink

• It increases the water's chloride levels, potentially harming aquatic life

• It helps to purify the water

• It has no effect on water quality

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NGSS.MS-LS2-4

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Which of the following is a consequence of excessive nutrient pollution in a watershed?

• Increased water clarity

• Improved fish habitats

• Algal blooms and fish kills

• Lower water temperatures

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NGSS.MS-LS2-4

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Which human activity can lead to increased sedimentation in rivers and streams?

• Reforestation

• Construction and land clearing

• Creating wetlands

• Implementing water conservation measures

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-4