8.3.1.4. MARINE POLLUTION

Try these first

1. 1.

   Name two sources of marine pollution.

   Hint

   Think about both land and sea origins.

2. 2.

   What is the effect of heavy metals on marine life?

   Hint

   Recall the term 'bioaccumulation'.

3. 3.

   What is a major source of marine pollution?

   • Heavy Metals
   • Sewage
   • Both A and B

   Hint

   Consider the origins of these pollutants.

4. 4.

   Oil spills create significant harm to marine ecosystems. True or False?

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about what oil does in water.

5. 5.

   Consider a coastal city facing severe sewage discharge into the ocean. Propose a multi-faceted action plan to address the marine pollution caused by this issue.

   Hint

   Think about both immediate and long-term strategies.

6. 6.

   Evaluate the effectiveness of current regulations on offshore drilling in preventing oil spills. Suggest how these regulations could be improved.

   Hint

   Consider loopholes in current regulations.