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Water, Soil, and Environmental Pollution — Practice Quiz

ICSE · Class 11 · Environmental Science

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What is the correct definition of water pollution?

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What is an aquifer?

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Which statement about the hydrological cycle is correct?

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Which of the following is a non-point source of water pollution?

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Which water bodies are included in surface water?

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Rivers,Lakes,Ponds

Surface water includes rivers, lakes, ponds, streams, and reservoirs. Aquifers are underground water-bearing layers, so they are not surface water.

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Which of the following are point sources of water pollution?

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Industrial discharge pipes,Sewage treatment plants,Combined sewer overflows

Point sources come from clearly identifiable outlets. Industrial discharge pipes, sewage treatment plants, and combined sewer overflows are all point sources.

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What is the main cause of eutrophication?

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Increase in nutrients, mainly nitrates and phosphates

Eutrophication happens when water receives too many nutrients, especially nitrates and phosphates. This causes excessive growth of algae and aquatic plants.

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Which effect is caused by eutrophication?

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Oxygen depletion in water bodies

Eutrophication leads to excessive algae growth, which blocks sunlight and lowers oxygen levels in water. This harms aquatic life.

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What are the important topics in Water, Soil, and Environmental Pollution for ICSE Class 11 Environmental Science?
Key topics in Water, Soil, and Environmental Pollution include Water Pollution and Water Bodies, Sources of Water Pollution and Industrial Pollution, Domestic Sewage Treatment, Marine Ecosystem Protection and Coastal Zone Management. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 11 exams.
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