Sewage and Organic Waste in Water
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What do visible turbidity levels in water typically indicate?

  • Low levels of sediment
  • High levels of dissolved oxygen
  • High levels of suspended solids (correct)
  • Low levels of organic matter
  • How can sedimentation-induced high turbidity negatively affect aquatic ecosystems?

  • Smothering habitat for fish and other organisms (correct)
  • Boosting oxygen levels in the water
  • Accelerating plant growth in water bodies
  • Promoting wildlife diversity
  • Which water contaminants are typically found in urban runoff causing increased turbidity levels?

  • Organic fertilizers
  • Oil, grease, heavy metals (correct)
  • Naturally occurring minerals
  • Freshwater organisms
  • What is the primary purpose of monitoring offensive odour in water bodies?

    <p>Assess water quality and identify pollutants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which method is typically used to measure turbidity levels in water?

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

    What type of pollutants contribute to elevated turbidity levels in water?

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

    Which indicator can suggest the presence of industrial chemicals in water bodies?

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

    How do high turbidity levels affect water quality?

    <p>By hindering light penetration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What specific tool quantifies the amount of light scattered by suspended particles to determine turbidity?

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

    What role does offensive odour play in mitigating pollution sources in water bodies?

    <p>Indicator to protect ecosystems and human health</p> Signup and view all the answers

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