Ecocolumns

Explain the process of eutrophication in an aquatic environment.  Apply this explanation to your ecosystem column.  How might eutrophication take place in your column?  Explain fully.

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Plants may spike in growth rate if...

• the terrestrial chamber is overwatered

• there is not enough sunlight

• dead fish are buried in the terrestrial chamber

• more seeds are planted

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What role do plants play in the hydrologic cycle in your ecocolumn?

• assimilation

• respiration

• transpiration

• evaporation

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What is the primary purpose of an ecocolumn in scientific studies?

• To simulate natural ecosystems for observation

• To grow plants in a controlled environment

• To measure air quality

• To study the effects of pollution on human health

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Which of the following components is essential for an ecocolumn to function properly?

• A water reservoir

• A light source

• A soil layer

• All of the above

In an ecocolumn, what role do decomposers play?

• They produce oxygen

• They break down organic matter

• They absorb nutrients

• They provide structural support

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How can the health of an ecocolumn be assessed?

• By measuring the growth rate of plants

• By observing the clarity of water

• By checking the pH level of the soil

• All of the above

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What might cause a sudden drop in oxygen levels in the aquatic chamber of an ecocolumn?

• Overpopulation of fish

• Excessive plant growth

• Introduction of pollutants

• All of the above

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Which process in an ecocolumn is most directly responsible for nutrient cycling?

• Photosynthesis

• Decomposition

• Evaporation

• Condensation

Why is it important to have a balanced number of producers and consumers in an ecocolumn?

• To prevent overgrowth of algae

• To maintain oxygen levels

• To ensure a stable food web

• To avoid water contamination

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