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</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</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary environmental issue discussed in the text?

    <p>Eutrophication</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.</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.</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.</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.</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.</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.</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</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</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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