Sustainable Fishing Practices and Aquaculture

Sustainable Fishing Practices and Aquaculture

Assessment

Interactive Video

Biology, Science, Social Studies

9th - 12th Grade

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Created by

Liam Anderson

Used 4+ times

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The video explores the growing demand for fish as a protein source and the sustainability challenges associated with both wild-caught and farmed fish. It discusses the environmental impacts of commercial fishing, such as greenhouse gas emissions and bycatch, and the complexities of aquaculture, including issues with fish waste and antibiotic use. The video highlights improvements in fish farming practices and emphasizes the importance of informed consumer choices to support sustainable seafood options.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary reason for the increasing demand for fish as a protein source?

Fish are more delicious than other protein sources.

Fish are cheaper than other protein sources.

Fish are easier to catch than other animals.

Fish provide high-quality protein with fewer resources.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which fishing method is known for being fuel-efficient?

Shrimp and lobster fishing

Purse seine nets

Net trawling

Bottom trawling

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a significant environmental concern associated with net trawling?

Excessive noise pollution

Bycatch of unwanted species

High fuel consumption

Overcrowding of fish populations

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is aquaculture considered more efficient than beef production in terms of greenhouse gas emissions?

Fish are raised in smaller spaces.

Fish do not produce methane.

Fish grow faster than cows.

Fish require less food to grow.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a potential downside of fish farming in natural bodies of water?

Fish farms require a lot of land.

Fish farms produce more greenhouse gases.

Farmed fish can escape and compete with wild fish.

Farmed fish are less nutritious.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How can aquaculture practices be improved to prevent disease spread?

Feeding fish with wild-caught fish

Increasing fish population density

Moving fish farms inland

Using more antibiotics

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role do high currents play in coastal fish farming?

They prevent fish from escaping.

They help wash away excess nutrients.

They reduce the need for antibiotics.

They increase fish growth rates.

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