BIO 220 Topic 7 Quiz

Topic 7 quiz


1. Which of the following is a type of water pollution?
 Pathogenic bacteria
 Heavy metals
 Pharmaceuticals
 All of the above


2. Earths freshwater is found in:
 Glaciers
 Ice caps
 snow
 All of the above


3. Which of the following laws was passed to protect water quality?
 Safe drinking water act
 Toxin substances control act
 Clean water act
 Energy policy act


4. Which of the following is not a factor impacting water distribution?
 Topography
 Rainwater
 Proximity to water reservoirs
 Atmospheric circulation


5. The most dangerous form of water pollutant due to its effects on human health is:
 Algae bloom
 Temperature
 Pathogenic bacteria
 Pesticides


6. Which of the following is true about nonpoint sources of pollution?
 Direct discharge from drain pipes
 Runoff from farm fields
 Direct discharge from industrial facilities
 All of the above