1.1.1 - Surface Water
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Practice Questions
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What are the three main sources of surface water?
💡 Hint: Think about natural water bodies.
Sample contaminants that threaten surface water?
💡 Hint: What types of substances can pollute water?
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What is surface water?
💡 Hint: Think about where you can see water.
True or False: Heavy metals can contaminate surface water.
💡 Hint: Consider what can pollute water.
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Propose a plan for managing surface water quality in a community facing agricultural runoff issues. Include methods for both prevention and treatment.
💡 Hint: Consider what strategies are available for both reducing and treating pollutants.
Analyze a hypothetical community facing a high incidence of waterborne diseases. Identify potential sources and suggest comprehensive strategies for improvement.
💡 Hint: Look at the connection between water quality and health.
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