8.3.1.6. THERMAL POLLUTION

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is thermal pollution?

   Hint

   Think about how temperature changes impact water bodies.

2. 2.

   Name one source of thermal pollution.

   Hint

   Consider industries that use water for cooling.

3. 3.

   What is thermal pollution?

   • Release of cold water
   • Addition of excess heat to the environment
   • Increase of oxygen levels

   Hint

   Think about how excessive heat changes water conditions.

4. 4.

   True or False: Cooling towers can help reduce thermal pollution.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider the purpose of a cooling tower.

5. 5.

   Design an experimental study to assess the impact of thermal pollution on fish populations in a local river affected by a thermal power plant.

   Hint

   Consider factors like seasonal variations in temperature and water flow.

6. 6.

   Critically analyze the trade-offs between the energy benefits of thermal power plants and the ecological risks associated with thermal pollution.

   Hint

   Think about both short-term energy needs and long-term environmental sustainability.