Thermal Pollution Quiz
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What is thermal pollution?

  • An unnatural change in the ambient temperature of a waterbody caused by industrial processes (correct)
  • A process of cooling water in industrial settings to prevent overheating
  • A deliberate increase in water temperature to promote the growth of certain aquatic species
  • A natural fluctuation in water temperature due to weather changes

    • What are the primary industrial processes contributing to thermal pollution?

  • Automotive, aerospace, and construction industries
  • Power, paper, and nuclear industries (correct)
  • Textile, food, and pharmaceutical industries
  • Mining, agriculture, and chemical industries

    • How does thermal pollution affect natural water bodies?

  • It can cause imbalances in molecular behavior of the water (correct)
  • It increases the oxygen levels in the water, benefiting aquatic life
  • It promotes the growth of beneficial algae, improving water quality
  • It reduces the salinity of the water, impacting marine ecosystems

    • What distinguishes thermal pollution from other environmental issues?

    <p>It is caused by the discharge of hot water from industrial processes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do heavy industries use water as a coolant for various processes?

    <p>Due to its higher heat capacity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is thermal pollution?

    <p>Unnatural change in the ambient temperature of a waterbody caused by industrial processes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary cause of thermal pollution in natural water bodies?

    <p>Discharge of hot water from industrial processes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does thermal pollution affect natural water bodies?

    <p>Causes imbalances in molecular behavior of water bodies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes thermal pollution from other environmental issues?

    <p>It is caused by the discharge of hot water from industrial processes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which industries contribute to thermal pollution by using water as a coolant?

    <p>Power, paper, and nuclear industries</p> Signup and view all the answers

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