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Plant-Pollution Interactions

Description: This quiz covers the interactions between plants and pollution, including the effects of air pollution, water pollution, and soil pollution on plants, as well as the role of plants in removing pollutants from the environment.
Number of Questions: 15
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Tags: plant-pollution interactions air pollution water pollution soil pollution phytoremediation
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What is the primary pollutant responsible for acid rain?

  1. Carbon monoxide

  2. Sulfur dioxide

  3. Nitrogen dioxide

  4. Ozone


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Sulfur dioxide is a major air pollutant that contributes to the formation of acid rain. When sulfur dioxide reacts with water in the atmosphere, it forms sulfuric acid, which can then fall to the ground as acid rain.

Which of the following is a common air pollutant that can cause respiratory problems in plants?

  1. Carbon monoxide

  2. Sulfur dioxide

  3. Nitrogen dioxide

  4. Ozone


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Ozone is a common air pollutant that can cause respiratory problems in plants. Ozone can damage plant leaves, reducing their ability to photosynthesize and produce food.

What is the term for the process by which plants remove pollutants from the environment?

  1. Phytoremediation

  2. Bioremediation

  3. Phytodegradation

  4. Rhizoremediation


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Phytoremediation is the process by which plants remove pollutants from the environment. Plants can absorb pollutants through their roots, leaves, and stems, and then break them down into harmless substances.

Which of the following plants is commonly used in phytoremediation to remove heavy metals from soil?

  1. Sunflower

  2. Willow

  3. Poplar

  4. Mustard


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Willow trees are commonly used in phytoremediation to remove heavy metals from soil. Willows have a high tolerance for heavy metals and can absorb and accumulate them in their roots and stems.

What is the primary pollutant responsible for water pollution in agricultural areas?

  1. Fertilizers

  2. Pesticides

  3. Herbicides

  4. Manure


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Fertilizers are the primary pollutant responsible for water pollution in agricultural areas. Fertilizers contain high levels of nitrogen and phosphorus, which can run off into waterways and cause algal blooms and eutrophication.

Which of the following is a common water pollutant that can cause health problems in humans and wildlife?

  1. Mercury

  2. Lead

  3. Arsenic

  4. Cadmium


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mercury is a common water pollutant that can cause health problems in humans and wildlife. Mercury can accumulate in fish and other aquatic organisms, and when humans consume these organisms, they can be exposed to high levels of mercury.

What is the term for the process by which plants absorb and accumulate pollutants from the soil?

  1. Phytoremediation

  2. Bioremediation

  3. Phytodegradation

  4. Rhizoremediation


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Rhizoremediation is the process by which plants absorb and accumulate pollutants from the soil. Plants release exudates from their roots that can help to break down pollutants and make them more available for uptake by the plant.

Which of the following plants is commonly used in rhizoremediation to remove organic pollutants from soil?

  1. Sunflower

  2. Willow

  3. Poplar

  4. Mustard


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Mustard plants are commonly used in rhizoremediation to remove organic pollutants from soil. Mustard plants have a high tolerance for organic pollutants and can absorb and accumulate them in their roots.

What is the primary pollutant responsible for soil pollution in urban areas?

  1. Heavy metals

  2. Petroleum hydrocarbons

  3. Pesticides

  4. Herbicides


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Heavy metals are the primary pollutant responsible for soil pollution in urban areas. Heavy metals can come from a variety of sources, including industrial activities, vehicle emissions, and the use of lead-based paint.

Which of the following is a common soil pollutant that can cause health problems in humans and wildlife?

  1. Lead

  2. Arsenic

  3. Cadmium

  4. Mercury


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Lead is a common soil pollutant that can cause health problems in humans and wildlife. Lead can accumulate in the body and can cause a variety of health problems, including brain damage, kidney damage, and reproductive problems.

What is the term for the process by which plants break down and detoxify pollutants?

  1. Phytoremediation

  2. Bioremediation

  3. Phytodegradation

  4. Rhizoremediation


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Phytodegradation is the process by which plants break down and detoxify pollutants. Plants can use a variety of enzymes to break down pollutants into harmless substances.

Which of the following plants is commonly used in phytodegradation to remove organic pollutants from soil?

  1. Sunflower

  2. Willow

  3. Poplar

  4. Mustard


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sunflowers are commonly used in phytodegradation to remove organic pollutants from soil. Sunflowers have a high tolerance for organic pollutants and can break them down into harmless substances.

What is the term for the process by which plants release exudates from their roots that can help to break down pollutants in the soil?

  1. Phytoremediation

  2. Bioremediation

  3. Phytodegradation

  4. Rhizoremediation


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Rhizoremediation is the process by which plants release exudates from their roots that can help to break down pollutants in the soil. These exudates can help to increase the solubility of pollutants and make them more available for uptake by the plant.

Which of the following plants is commonly used in rhizoremediation to remove heavy metals from soil?

  1. Sunflower

  2. Willow

  3. Poplar

  4. Mustard


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Willows are commonly used in rhizoremediation to remove heavy metals from soil. Willows have a high tolerance for heavy metals and can release exudates from their roots that can help to break down and immobilize these metals.

What is the term for the process by which plants can help to reduce air pollution?

  1. Phytoremediation

  2. Bioremediation

  3. Phytodegradation

  4. Rhizoremediation


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Phytoremediation is the process by which plants can help to reduce air pollution. Plants can absorb air pollutants through their leaves and stems, and then break them down into harmless substances.

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