SB9e Assessing Pollution

Question 1

example of a indicator species to detect pollution?

Answer 1

lichen

Question 2

example of pathogen of roses?

Answer 2

blackspot fungus

Question 3

where can black spot fungus grow?

Answer 3

when there is no sulfur dioxide present

Question 4

how can water be polluted?

Answer 4

by poisons released from factories

Question 5

what are some aquatic invertebrates used for?

Answer 5

pollution indicators

Question 6

what indicator specie can be found when there is low water pollution? 2

Answer 6

~stonefly nymph, stream
~dragonfly nymph, pond

Question 7

what indicator specie can be found when there is slight water pollution?

Answer 7

~freshwater shrimp

Question 8

what indicator specie can be found when there is medium water pollution?

Answer 8

~water louse

Question 9

what indicator specie can be found when there is high water pollution? 2

Answer 9

~bloodworm
~sludgeworm

Question 10

what indicator specie can be found when there is extreme water pollution?

Answer 10

~no life

Question 11

why can bloodworms and sludgeworms live in highly polluted areas?

Answer 11

they contain haemoglobin which allows them to take in oxygen when there is a low concentration

Question 12

how can further air and water pollution be tested?

Answer 12

using sensors which give a numerical data