3.3. Natural Systems and Contamination

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is Monitored Natural Recovery?

   Hint

   Focus on natural processes.

2. 2.

   What is the purpose of In-Situ Capping?

   Hint

   Think about covering something to keep it safe.

3. 3.

   What does Monitored Natural Recovery rely on?

   • Artificial methods
   • Natural processes
   • Chemical treatments

   Hint

   Think about how nature works over time.

4. 4.

   True or False: Dredging can cause resuspension of sediments and contaminants.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider what happens when you stir up muddy water.

5. 5.

   Evaluate the overall effectiveness of Monitored Natural Recovery in densely industrialized coastal regions. What are the challenges and benefits?

   Hint

   Reflect on the balance of natural vs. human-induced changes.

6. 6.

   Create a risk assessment for using in-situ capping in an area with rich biological diversity.

   Hint

   Think about how intervention can disrupt existing ecosystems.