Human Impact on Water Resources

What is an algal bloom?

• A type of flower that grows in water

• A rapid increase in the amount of algae found in water

• A type of fish that lives in algae

• A method of water purification

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What does conservation mean?

• The act of wasting resources

• The act of saving, protecting, or using resources wisely

• The process of creating new resources

• The destruction of natural habitats

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What causes acid rain?

• The growth of algae in water

• The burning of fossil fuels

• The melting of ice caps

• The evaporation of seawater

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Why is water considered a limited resource?

• It is found everywhere

• It is not essential for life

• It is not unlimited and can run out

• It is always clean and pure

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What is the biosphere made up of?

• Only plants

• Only animals

• All living things

• Only humans

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What are the 3 R's of conservation?

• Recycle, Reduce, Reuse

• Rebuild, Restore, Replenish

• Rewind, Rework, Recreate

• Replant, Reorganize, Reconstruct

Why do living things need water?

• To stay dry

• To survive

• To change color

• To fly

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Which of the following is NOT a part of the 3 R's of conservation?

• Recycle

• Reduce

• Reuse

• Rebuild

What is one effect of burning fossil fuels?

• Clean air

• Acid rain

• More trees

• Less pollution

What is the main topic of the study guide?

• Human Impact on Water Resources

• The Solar System

• Animal Habitats

• Weather Patterns

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