Estuaries and Intertidal Zones Quiz

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Which of the following is NOT a potential consequence of human activities in estuaries and intertidal zones?

Increased biodiversity due to pollution (correct)

Disruption of the local ecosystem

Depletion of water supply for wildlife

Harm to animal and plant life from pollutants

Which of the following activities is likely to have the most significant impact on water supply in estuaries and intertidal zones?

Industrial and factory operations

Residential water usage (correct)

Boating and oil spills

Tourism and recreational activities

Which of the following factors contributes to the attractiveness of estuaries and coastal areas for human settlement and tourism?

Pleasant scenery and temperate climate (correct)

Harsh weather conditions

Abundance of natural resources

Proximity to industrial facilities

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a potential source of pollution in estuaries and intertidal zones?

Agricultural runoff Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the reasons businesses establish factories near estuaries?

Easy access to clean water and natural resources Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a reason given in the text for protecting estuaries and intertidal zones?

To preserve these areas as tourist attractions and sources of revenue Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a way that the government can help protect estuaries?

Encouraging the construction of residential areas near estuaries Signup and view all the answers

Based on the information provided, what is the potential impact of global climate change on estuaries?

It will make it difficult for marine life to adapt and survive due to changing temperature, rainfall patterns, droughts, and floods Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following actions is NOT recommended for regular people to help protect estuaries and intertidal zones?

Collecting seashells as souvenirs Signup and view all the answers

According to the passage, what is a potential consequence of manmade structures blocking the normal path of water during tidal changes?

Overflooding or loss of water in estuaries, leading to the destruction of habitats Signup and view all the answers

Estuaries and Intertidal Zones Quiz

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Which of the following is NOT a potential consequence of human activities in estuaries and intertidal zones?

Which of the following activities is likely to have the most significant impact on water supply in estuaries and intertidal zones?

Which of the following factors contributes to the attractiveness of estuaries and coastal areas for human settlement and tourism?

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a potential source of pollution in estuaries and intertidal zones?

What is one of the reasons businesses establish factories near estuaries?

Which of the following is NOT a reason given in the text for protecting estuaries and intertidal zones?

Which of the following is NOT a way that the government can help protect estuaries?

Based on the information provided, what is the potential impact of global climate change on estuaries?

Which of the following actions is NOT recommended for regular people to help protect estuaries and intertidal zones?

According to the passage, what is a potential consequence of manmade structures blocking the normal path of water during tidal changes?

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