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Freshwater Biological Association (FBA) History

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What is the mission of the Freshwater Biological Association (FBA)?

To promote the sustainable management of freshwater ecosystems and resources (correct)

To study terrestrial biodiversity

To conduct marine research

To explore outer space ecosystems

Who founded the Freshwater Biological Association (FBA)?

Felix Eugen Fritsch and William Harold Pearsall (correct)

Marie Curie and Louis Pasteur

Isaac Newton and Albert Einstein

Thomas Edison and Nikola Tesla

What is the legal status of the Freshwater Biological Association (FBA)?

An international non-profit organization

A government agency

A registered charity and a company limited by guarantee (correct)

A privately owned corporation

How many employees were assisting the Chief Executive as of the year ending 31 March 2020?

15 employees, 6 trustees, and 3 volunteers Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the activities promoted by the Freshwater Biological Association (FBA)?

Innovative freshwater science research Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between marine ecosystems and freshwater ecosystems?

Marine ecosystems contain saltwater, while freshwater ecosystems contain freshwater. Signup and view all the answers

Which type of freshwater ecosystem is characterized by faster moving water, such as streams and rivers?

Lotic ecosystem Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the important environmental functions performed by aquatic ecosystems?

Recharging ground water Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following organisms is not actively involved in self-purification processes in aquatic ecosystems?

Birds Signup and view all the answers

What is the main characteristic that distinguishes wetlands as a type of freshwater ecosystem?

The soil is saturated or inundated for at least part of the time Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a type of freshwater ecosystem?

Marine ecosystems Signup and view all the answers

What type of aquatic ecosystem is characterized by slower moving water, including pools and ponds?

Lentic ecosystem Signup and view all the answers

Which organisms are actively involved in multiple self-purification processes in aquatic ecosystems?

Microorganisms and phytoplankton Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of aquatic ecosystems with regard to environmental impact?

Recycling nutrients Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between lentic and lotic ecosystems?

The speed of water movement Signup and view all the answers