1. Which of the following should a student study in order to become a hydrologist? Select three correct answers

Question

A. mathematics
B. mechanical engineering
C. statistics
D. landscape architecture
E. physical science
2. Which part of the government has authority to enforce the Clean Water Act
A. the president
B. Congress
C. the Environmental Protection Agency
D. U.S. Forest Service
3. Which of the following water supplies would be affected directly by groundwater contamination?
A. streams
B. rivers
C. lakes
D. wells
4. Which water conservation strategy is used when a household installs a dual-flush toilet?
A. preventing pollution
B. limiting consumption
C. reusing and recycling
D. eliminating losses
6. What role do bacteria play in an aquaponics system?
A. They warn that the fish are sick.
B. They break down dead plant matter.
C. They enrich the water to help fish grow.
D. They transform fish waste into plant food.
7. How does lead get into water?
A. It leaches into water as old pipes corrode.
B. It occurs naturally in water.
C. It is released into waterways with industrial waste.
D. It is a byproduct of detergents interacting with organic matter.

Answer 1

1. A, C, E
2. C
3. D
4. B
6. D
7. A