Practice Pathways Of Pollution (2.1) - 📘 Chapter: Human Impact on the Environment

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Question 1.
Define point source pollution.
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Think of a specific outlet, like a pipe.
Question 2.
What is an example of non-point source pollution?
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Consider where multiple sources might contribute.
3Question 3.
What is a characteristic of point source pollution?
- It is diffuse
- It has a single identifiable location
- It occurs in rural areas
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Recall what 'point' implies.
4Question 4.
True or False: Bioaccumulation can be beneficial to ecosystems.
- True
- False
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Think about toxins harming food chains.
Question 5.
Evaluate the implications of persistent pollutants in freshwater ecosystems and propose strategies to mitigate their effects.
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Consider both preventative and restorative approaches.
Question 6.
Analyze how feedback loops can lead to unexpected outcomes in climate change mitigation efforts.
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Think about how one change might trigger another.

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