Human Impact on Water Quality

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Which practice is beneficial for groundwater and surface water in a watershed?

  • Agriculture
  • Use plants that require little or no watering, fertilizer, or pesticides. (correct)
  • Water extraction
  • Deforestation

What is an example of human activity that negatively impacts a watershed?

  • Implementing water-saving technologies
  • Using local native plants
  • Deforestation (correct)
  • Planting trees in riparian zones

Which option does not benefit water conservation in a watershed?

  • Using resources that need minimal watering
  • Utilizing rainwater harvesting systems
  • Planting lawns that require high maintenance (correct)
  • Incorporating sustainable agricultural practices

What role does agriculture play in watershed management?

<p>It can lead to pollution if not managed properly. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the impact of water extraction on a watershed?

<p>It can lower groundwater levels. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Study Notes

Human Impact on Water

  • Humans can impact both groundwater and surface water within a watershed.
  • One beneficial influence humans can have is through the use of plants that require little or no watering, fertilizer, or pesticides.
  • Using these plants reduces runoff and pollution, which is detrimental to water quality.

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