Water and Sustainability.
Water is an essential resource for life, but its quality and availability are increasingly at risk due to pollution and unsustainable practices. This quiz explores the impact of chemical substances, such as cleaning products and treatment chemicals like chlorine and fluoride, on water quality, human health, and the environment. It also looks at more sustainable alternatives for water treatment. Test your knowledge and learn more about how we can protect this vital resource!
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What are the health risks associated with exposure to cleaning product residues in drinking water?
It can cause skin irritations, respiratory problems, and hormonal disorders.
It increases energy in the body.
There is no risk at all.
It strengthens the immune system.
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What are the long-term consequences of the accumulation of cleaning products in drinking water?
It can contaminate water resources, affecting both human health and the environment.
It improves air quality.
The water becomes purer.
It reduces global warming.
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What chemical is currently used in water treatment?
Alcohol
Vinegar
Lemon juice
Chlorine
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What are the environmental impacts of this water treatment model using chlorine?
It makes rivers cleaner and healthier.
There are no environmental impacts.
It can release toxic byproducts that contaminate water bodies and harm aquatic life.
It reduces pollution and increases biodiversity.
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Are there health impacts from using chlorine in water? Are there more sustainable and less harmful options?
Prolonged exposure to chlorine can cause respiratory problems and increase the risk of cancer. Alternatives such as ozonation and activated carbon filters are less harmful options.
There are no health impacts.
Chlorine improves human health.
There are no more sustainable options.
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What is the purpose of fluoride in drinking water?
To improve the taste of water.
To prevent dental cavities.
To make the water lighter.
To aid digestion.
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Does the use of fluoride in water have health impacts?
Fluoride increases the risk of heart disease.
Yes, excessive fluoride can cause dental fluorosis and, in more severe cases, bone problems.
It has no impact at all.
Fluoride strengthens muscles.
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Which of the following is a sustainable form of water treatment that causes less environmental impact?
Adding cleaning product residues to the water.
Exclusive use of chlorine.
Filtration by activated carbon and ozonation.
Uncontrolled dumping of chemicals.
