2.2 - Water Pollution
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Practice Questions
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What is one source of water pollution?
π‘ Hint: Think of factories and what they release.
Define eutrophication in simple terms.
π‘ Hint: Focus on nutrient overloading causing algae.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is a major source of agricultural runoff?
π‘ Hint: Consider what farmers apply to fields.
True or False: All types of plastic waste are biodegradable.
π‘ Hint: Think about what happens to plastic over time.
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Challenge Problems
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Propose a detailed water management plan for a local river facing pollution from agricultural runoff. Include at least three specific strategies.
π‘ Hint: Consider what practices can help reduce the impact of fertilizers on the river.
Analyze the economic impact of untreated wastewater entering public water supplies in terms of health costs.
π‘ Hint: Think about the resources needed to treat contaminated water.
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