Practice Model Framework (4.1) - Other Mechanisms of Chemical Release From Sediments – Part 2
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Question 1 Easy

What is diffusion?

💡 Hint: Think about how a drop of dye spreads in water.

Question 2 Easy

What does TSS stand for?

💡 Hint: It's related to water clarity.

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Question 1

What mechanism allows particles to be lifted from the sediment into the water?

Diffusion
Advection
Resuspension

💡 Hint: Think about storm impacts.

Question 2

Is bioturbation a passive process?

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider the role of living organisms.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Calculate how a specific concentration of chemicals in sediment affects nearby water quality, considering diffusion and resuspension rates observed during a storm.

💡 Hint: Make sure to account for different flow rates.

Challenge 2 Hard

Propose a mitigation strategy for reducing the impact of sediment contamination following a heavy rain event in a lake ecosystem.

💡 Hint: Think about natural solutions versus engineering interventions.

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