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1. Yusuf is studying water pollution. He knows that phosphates from detergents can cause problems. What is a major issue caused by phosphates in water?

A They kill all fish
B They promote algal blooms that deplete oxygen
C They make water acidic
D They increase water clarity

2. Waseem is studying the disadvantages of natural substances found in water. He knows that some substances can be harmful. Which of the following is a harmful substance that can be found in water?

A Calcium
B Magnesium
C Lead
D Bicarbonate

3. Ming is studying the disadvantages of natural substances in water. He knows that some substances can affect water quality. Which of the following is a disadvantage of phosphates in water?

A They increase fish population
B They cause eutrophication
C They make water safe to drink
D They improve water clarity

4. Nora is studying water treatment. She knows that distilled water is used in laboratories. What is the main difference between distilled water and tap water?

A Tap water contains dissolved minerals and impurities, distilled water does not
B Distilled water contains more minerals
C Tap water is purer than distilled water
D Both are the same

5. Ming is comparing distilled water and tap water. He knows that distilled water is pure water. Which of the following is true about distilled water?

A It contains essential minerals
B It has no dissolved impurities
C It is unsafe for drinking
D It contains chlorine

6. Which salt causes permanent hardness?

A Ca(HCO3)2
B MgSO4
C NaHCO3
D K2CO3

7. Fatima is studying water pollution from agriculture. She knows that fertilizers can run off into water bodies. What is a way to prevent fertilizer runoff?

A Applying fertilizers before heavy rain
B Using buffer strips near water bodies
C Using more fertilizers
D Burning crop residues

8. Uma is studying water treatment. She knows that coagulation involves the addition of chemicals. What is the purpose of adding alum in coagulation?

A To add minerals
B To neutralize acids
C To make suspended particles clump together
D To kill bacteria

9. Soft water is suitable for:

A Drinking only
B Washing and cleaning
C Industrial cooling only
D Agriculture only

10. Bilal is studying the benefits of natural substances in water. He knows that some substances are beneficial. Which of the following is a benefit of dissolved oxygen in water?

A It causes corrosion
B It supports aquatic life
C It makes water cloudy
D It adds bad taste

11. David is studying the treatment of domestic water. He knows that raw water treatment involves several steps. What is the first step in the treatment of raw water?

A Filtration
B Chlorination
C Sedimentation
D Coagulation

12. Tina is learning about fertilizers and water pollution. She knows that excessive use of fertilizers can lead to water pollution. What is a way to reduce the negative effects of fertilizers on water?

A Using more fertilizers
B Using fertilizers only when needed and in recommended amounts
C Applying fertilizers in rainy seasons
D Burning fertilizers

13. Which practice helps prevent water-borne diseases?

A Using polluted water
B Drinking untreated water
C Boiling drinking water
D Storing water openly

14. Which household method improves drinking water quality?

A Mixing chemicals
B Boiling
C Adding sugar
D Shaking

15. Typhoid is a:

A Air-borne disease
B Water-borne disease
C Food allergy
D Skin disease

16. Which of the following is a physical pollutant of water?

A Bacteria
B Suspended solids
C Detergents
D Pesticides

17. Yusuf is studying ways to deal with water pollution. He knows that proper waste disposal is important. What is a proper way to dispose of household chemicals?

A Pouring them down the drain
B Dumping them in the trash without care
C Taking them to a hazardous waste disposal facility
D Burning them

18. Khalid is studying the properties of water. He knows that water has a high specific heat capacity. What is the significance of high specific heat capacity?

A Water heats up quickly
B Water cools down quickly
C Water resists temperature changes, helping to regulate climate
D Water evaporates easily

19. George is studying the treatment of domestic water. He knows that chlorination is the final step. What is the purpose of chlorination?

A To remove suspended solids
B To disinfect water
C To add flavor
D To soften water

20. Water is called a universal solvent because it:

A Dissolves all substances
B Dissolves most ionic and polar substances
C Dissolves only gases
D Dissolves only solids

21. Which state of water is less dense?

A Liquid water
B Ice
C Steam
D Rain water

22. Clean water is essential mainly for:

A Industries only
B Agriculture only
C Human health and environment
D Animals only

23. Ibrahim is studying the effects of fertilizers on water quality. He knows that nitrates from fertilizers can enter water bodies. What is a disadvantage of nitrates in water?

A They promote plant growth in water
B They can cause eutrophication and harm aquatic life
C They make water safe to drink
D They remove toxins from water

24. Khalid is studying the treatment of domestic water. He knows that filtration is an important step. What is removed during the filtration process?

A Dissolved gases
B Suspended particles and impurities
C All minerals
D Bacteria only

25. Water has maximum density at:

A 0°C
B 4°C
C 25°C
D 100°C

26. Fatima is studying the benefits of natural substances found in water. She knows that some minerals are beneficial for health. Which of the following is a benefit of natural substances in water?

A They can cause waterborne diseases
B They provide essential minerals like calcium and magnesium
C They increase water pollution
D They make water unfit for drinking

27. Which parameter indicates the amount of salts dissolved in water?

A pH
B Hardness
C TDS
D Turbidity

28. Which activity increases water pollution?

A Water treatment
B Industrial waste discharge
C Recycling
D Rainfall

29. George is learning about water pollution. He knows that plastics are a major pollutant in water bodies. What is a disadvantage of plastics in water?

A They provide habitat for aquatic life
B They degrade naturally and are harmless
C They are non-biodegradable and harm marine life
D They increase oxygen levels in water

30. Tina is studying the disadvantages of metals in water. She knows that certain metals are toxic. Which of the following is a toxic metal that can contaminate water?

A Iron
B Mercury
C Calcium
D Sodium

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