Indicator Species Flashcards
1
Q
Water Pollution indicators:
A
If raw sewage or other pollutants containing nitrates are released into a river the bacteria population in the water increases and uses up the oxygen.
2
Q
Air pollution
A
Air pollution can be monitored by looking at particular types of lichen that are sensitive to sulphur dioxide.
3
Q
What are indicator species?
A
Organisms that are very sensitive to changes in the environment.
