Section #: 9.3
Lakes and Freshwater Wetlands
Practice Test
1.
Many lakes in agricultural regions are eutrophic due to __________.
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a.
excessive nutrients
b.
minimal algae growth
c.
excessive sunlight
d.
reduced amounts of animal waste
2.
Which combination of characteristics allows the greatest amount of water to infiltrate into the ground?
a.
steep slopes, sandy soil, and hot temperatures
b.
steep slopes, silty soils, and cool temperatures
c.
low slopes, clay-rich soils, and hot temperatures
d.
little slopes, sandy soils, and cool temperatures
Hint
3.
What process adds oxygen to a lake?
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a.
breathing of animals
b.
decay of animals
c.
photosynthesis of plants
d.
decay of plants
Hint