5 Questions
What is the primary component of wastewater?
Water
Which of the following is NOT a type of organic waste found in wastewater?
Metals
What is an example of a soluble protein that might be found in wastewater?
Hemoglobin
What percentage of wastewater is made up of water?
>95%
Which of the following is a type of organic waste that is commonly found in wastewater?
Hairs
Study Notes
Human Contributions to Water Pollution
- Composite wood, synthetic carpets, polymeric flooring, foam cushioning, plastic items, and scented cleaning agents contribute to water pollution.
Natural Phenomena Affecting Water Quality
- Volcanoes, storms, and earthquakes cause major changes in water quality.
Biomagnification
- Biomagnification is the process by which substances become more concentrated in the bodies of consumers as one moves up the food chain (trophic levels).
Oil Pollution
- Normal shipping activities release more oil over a period of years than is released by the occasional spill.
Composition of Wastewater
- Wastewater consists of:
- >95% water
- Organic wastes (including feces, hairs, food, paper, plant material, sugars, soluble proteins, and drugs)
This quiz explores the widespread use of composite materials, synthetic products, and polymeric items in daily life, including their applications and characteristics.
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