Eutrophication and Aquatic Life Impact Quiz

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What is the primary cause of eutrophication as described in the text?

  • Lack of oxygen in the water
  • Excess nutrients from detergents (correct)
  • Algae growth on the water surface
  • Decomposition of aquatic plants

What is the main consequence of eutrophication described in the text?

  • Depletion of aquatic life due to oxygen depletion (correct)
  • Reduced algae growth on the water surface
  • Increased oxygen levels in the water
  • Increased biodiversity in the water body

What type of analytical chemistry technique is mentioned in the text?

  • Titration
  • Spectroscopy
  • Chromatography
  • Conductometry (correct)

What are the two compounds mentioned in the context of analytical chemistry?

<p>CuSO4 and ZnSO4 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of using analytical chemistry techniques described in the text?

<p>To measure water pollution levels (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary environmental issue discussed in the text?

<p>Eutrophication (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the impact of detergent lingering in water for an extended period of time?

<p>It renders the water unsuitable for aquatic life. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How might the presence of detergent affect the process of photosynthesis by aquatic plants?

<p>Inhibiting the rate of photosynthesis. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In environmental chemistry, what is one negative consequence of water pollution by detergents?

<p>Harmful effects on aquatic organisms including fish. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to address detergent pollution in water bodies?

<p>To prevent harm to aquatic ecosystems. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does lingering detergent affect the suitability of water bodies for marine life?

<p>Renders it unsuitable for marine life survival. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one primary reason why detergent pollution is a concern in environmental chemistry?

<p>To prevent adverse effects on aquatic ecosystems from harmful substances. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which technique is used to separate components from a liquid mixture based on their boiling point ranges?

<p>Fractional distillation (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of fractional distillation in analytical chemistry?

<p>To purify a single compound from a mixture (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What characteristic of the components in a liquid mixture is exploited in fractional distillation?

<p>Boiling point (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the expected outcome of a successful fractional distillation process?

<p>A series of fractions containing single compounds (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best describes the fractions obtained from fractional distillation?

<p>Each fraction contains a single chemical compound (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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