17 Questions
What is the subset of surface water pollution?
Marine pollution
Which of the following is NOT a source of marine pollutants?
Hydraulic fracturing
How are surface water and groundwater connected according to the text?
Groundwater feeds surface water sources
What type of contamination does nonpoint source pollution refer to?
Contamination from diffuse sources
Which of the following is an example of point source water pollution?
Discharges from a sewage treatment plant
What type of pollutants can be found in marine pollution according to the text?
Heat and radioactive wastes
Which of the following is an example of surface water pollution?
Leaching of nitrogen compounds from fertilized agricultural lands
What is the term used to describe contaminated water washed off from urban areas?
Urban runoff
Which of the following is NOT one of the 'Five Freedoms from Pollution' mentioned in the text?
Free from thermal pollution
What is the term used to describe pollution that originates from a specific, identifiable source?
Point source pollution
Which of the following is an example of groundwater pollution?
Seepage of pesticides into underground aquifers
Which of the following is NOT a radioactive isotope mentioned as a dangerous water pollutant?
Uranium-234
What is the primary cause of thermal pollution mentioned in the text?
Discharge of hot water from power plants and industries
Which of the following statements about thermal pollution is TRUE according to the text?
It leads to thermal stratification, where hot water remains on top
Which of the following is NOT a source of water pollution?
Hydroelectric power plants
What is the primary concern with the radioactive isotopes mentioned as water pollutants?
They can cause cancer, birth defects, and genetic damage
Which of the following best describes water pollution according to the text?
The introduction of contaminants into the natural environment that alters the physical, chemical, and biological characteristics of water bodies
Learn about the different classifications of water pollution, such as surface water pollution and marine pollution. Discover the various sources of marine pollutants and their impact on the environment.
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