Human Impact on Water and Land (DG)

Question

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1
One measure of water quality is the cloudiness of the water. Which of these terms describes this measure?
(10 Points)

A. pH

B. potable

C. turbidity

D. temperature
2
Helen had lived in a town outside a major city for more than 50 years. Over this time, Helen has observed the development of her town, including the construction of new roads and houses and the loss of natural areas. Which of these terms best describes what happened in the town where Helen lives?
(10 Points)

A. land pollution

B. urban sprawl

C. desertification

D. nutrient depletion
3
Soile erosion can increase when humans remove trees and other vegetation from an area. What is this process called?
(10 Points)

A. decomposition

B. conservation

C. deforestation

D. urbanization

Answer 1

Here are the answers to your questions:

1. One measure of water quality is the cloudiness of the water. Which of these terms describes this measure?

   • C. turbidity

2. Helen had lived in a town outside a major city for more than 50 years. Over this time, Helen has observed the development of her town, including the construction of new roads and houses and the loss of natural areas. Which of these terms best describes what happened in the town where Helen lives?

   • B. urban sprawl

3. Soil erosion can increase when humans remove trees and other vegetation from an area. What is this process called?

   • C. deforestation