Protecting the Purity of Muskoka's Lakes: A Community Effort

The video discusses the testing of bacteria levels in Lake Rosso, Muskoka, Ontario. It highlights the abundance of lakes in Canada and the pristine nature of the water, thanks to volunteers. The region faces environmental threats from development, prompting water testing for pollutants like phosphorus and E coli. The community maintains strict standards to protect the lake's purity, with residents actively volunteering to safeguard their environment.

What is one reason for the purity of water in the Muskoka region?

• The presence of numerous hotels and tourists

• The lack of lakes in the region

• The high number of summer homes

• Efforts of volunteers like Mike, Jane, and Susan

What concern arises with the increase in real estate development in Muskoka?

• Decrease in tourism

• Increase in bacteria levels and pollution

• Reduction in volunteer efforts

• Lack of summer homes

What is the main source of E coli in the lakes?

• Industrial waste

• Plant decay

• Human waste

• Animal waste

How does the Muskoka Lakes Association respond when E coli levels exceed their standard?

• They ignore the issue

• They warn the authorities

• They reduce volunteer activities

• They increase tourism

What is the E coli count standard in the Muskoka community compared to the world standard?

• Equal to the world standard

• 5% of the world standard

• Half of the world standard

• Twice the world standard