Practice Sources & causes of marine pollution - 8.3.1.4.1 | 8. Indiscriminate use of pest8.icides, insecticides and herbicides | Environmental Sciences
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8.3.1.4.1 - Sources & causes of marine pollution

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What are two major sources of marine pollution?

💡 Hint: Think about toxins entering the ocean.

Question 2

Easy

Define bioaccumulation.

💡 Hint: It's about how toxins increase in an organism.

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Question 1

What does bioaccumulation refer to?

  • A decrease in toxins
  • The buildup of toxins in organisms
  • The dispersion of pollutants

💡 Hint: Think about how substances increase in living tissues.

Question 2

True or False: PAHs are hydrocarbon compounds that can be harmful to marine life.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider their origins and effects.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Evaluate the potential consequences of not controlling marine pollution on global food webs.

💡 Hint: Consider the interconnected relationships between marine life.

Question 2

Design a campaign to reduce plastic pollution in oceans, outlining key strategies.

💡 Hint: Think about community involvement and awareness.

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