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What is one of the primary ways pollution affects aquatic life?

By increasing oxygen levels in waterBy introducing toxins that can accumulate in the food chainBy improving water clarityBy promoting healthy algae growth

How does climate change exacerbate the effects of water pollution on aquatic ecosystems?

By decreasing global temperaturesBy changing precipitation patterns, increasing runoff and pollution concentrationBy limiting the growth of harmful bacteriaBy stabilizing water temperatures in aquatic environments

Which of the following pollutants is most likely to harm fish populations directly?

Nutrients such as nitratesHeavy metals like mercuryPlastic debrisSediment from erosion

Assessment

What is one of the primary ways pollution affects aquatic life?

How does climate change exacerbate the effects of water pollution on aquatic ecosystems?

Which of the following pollutants is most likely to harm fish populations directly?