18 Questions
What is the main cause of thermal pollution mentioned in the text?
Heating water and discharging it back into a water body
How does the warmer temperature resulting from thermal pollution affect fish?
Increases metabolism
Which of the following is a potential negative impact of thermal pollution on marine animals?
Elimination of sponges, mollusks, and crustaceans
What is one method mentioned in the text to reduce thermal pollution?
Passing heated water through a cooling tower
How does thermal pollution impact the ecological balance of a river?
Alters the existing balance
What is a disadvantage of using large shallow ponds or cooling towers as methods to reduce thermal pollution?
Large amounts of water are lost by evaporation
What is the term used to describe a source of pollution that cannot be readily identified?
Non-point source
Which of the following is an example of a point source of water pollution?
Industrial discharge pipes
What is the term for the amount of oxygen required to break down organic matter in water?
Biological oxygen demand (BOD)
Which type of pollutant causes excessive growth of algae and aquatic plants?
Inorganic plant nutrients
What are examples of disease-causing agents that can enter water sources?
Bacteria, viruses, protozoa
Which type of pollution is characterized by toxic metals like mercury and lead in water?
Water soluble inorganic chemicals
What are the sources of outdoor noise pollution mentioned in the text?
Factories, vehicles, playing of loudspeakers during festivals
Which health effect is NOT mentioned as a result of noise pollution?
Memory enhancement
What is a method to control noise pollution by reducing noise at its source called?
Source reduction
Which industry-related action contributes to thermal pollution?
Using water for cooling and then returning it heated to its source
What is the impact of thermal pollution on water bodies?
Decrease in aquatic life due to changes in water temperature
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a potential mental health effect of noise pollution?
Enhanced cognitive abilities
This quiz explores the impact of thermal pollution on water bodies, particularly focusing on how warmer temperatures affect the solubility of oxygen and the metabolism of fish. Discover how the ecological balance of rivers can be disrupted by thermal pollution.
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