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Water Quality and Public Health

Description: This quiz assesses your knowledge of water quality and its impact on public health.
Number of Questions: 15
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What is the primary source of water pollution in many developing countries?

  1. Industrial waste

  2. Agricultural runoff

  3. Sewage discharge

  4. Oil spills


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

In many developing countries, sewage is often discharged directly into water bodies without proper treatment, leading to contamination and water pollution.

Which waterborne disease is caused by the bacterium Vibrio cholerae?

  1. Typhoid

  2. Cholera

  3. Dysentery

  4. Hepatitis A


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Cholera is an acute diarrheal disease caused by the bacterium Vibrio cholerae and is transmitted through contaminated water or food.

What is the process of removing impurities and harmful substances from water called?

  1. Water filtration

  2. Water disinfection

  3. Water purification

  4. Water treatment


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Water treatment is a comprehensive process that involves various techniques to remove impurities, harmful substances, and microorganisms from water, making it safe for consumption.

Which chemical is commonly used for water disinfection?

  1. Chlorine

  2. Fluoride

  3. Ozone

  4. Ultraviolet light


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Chlorine is a widely used chemical for water disinfection due to its effectiveness in killing bacteria and other microorganisms.

What is the maximum allowable level of lead in drinking water according to the World Health Organization (WHO)?

  1. 10 parts per billion (ppb)

  2. 50 ppb

  3. 100 ppb

  4. 500 ppb


Correct Option:
Explanation:

The WHO recommends a maximum allowable level of lead in drinking water of 10 ppb to protect public health from the harmful effects of lead exposure.

Which waterborne disease is caused by the protozoan Giardia lamblia?

  1. Giardiasis

  2. Cryptosporidiosis

  3. Amebiasis

  4. Toxoplasmosis


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Giardiasis is a diarrheal disease caused by the protozoan Giardia lamblia and is transmitted through contaminated water or food.

What is the process of removing salt from seawater called?

  1. Desalination

  2. Reverse osmosis

  3. Distillation

  4. Filtration


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Desalination is the process of removing salt and other minerals from seawater to produce fresh water.

Which waterborne disease is caused by the bacteria Salmonella?

  1. Salmonellosis

  2. Shigellosis

  3. E. coli infection

  4. Campylobacteriosis


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Salmonellosis is a foodborne illness caused by the bacteria Salmonella and can also be transmitted through contaminated water.

What is the term for the presence of harmful algal blooms in water bodies?

  1. Eutrophication

  2. Red tide

  3. Cyanobacterial bloom

  4. Algal bloom


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Algal bloom is a general term used to describe the rapid growth of algae in water bodies, which can be harmful to aquatic life and human health.

Which waterborne disease is caused by the bacteria Shigella?

  1. Shigellosis

  2. Cholera

  3. Typhoid

  4. Dysentery


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Shigellosis is a diarrheal disease caused by the bacteria Shigella and is transmitted through contaminated water or food.

What is the process of removing suspended particles from water called?

  1. Filtration

  2. Disinfection

  3. Coagulation

  4. Sedimentation


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Filtration is a process that removes suspended particles from water by passing it through a filter medium.

Which waterborne disease is caused by the bacteria Campylobacter?

  1. Campylobacteriosis

  2. Salmonellosis

  3. Shigellosis

  4. E. coli infection


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Campylobacteriosis is a diarrheal disease caused by the bacteria Campylobacter and is transmitted through contaminated water or food.

What is the term for the process of adding chemicals to water to kill or inactivate microorganisms?

  1. Disinfection

  2. Filtration

  3. Coagulation

  4. Sedimentation


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Disinfection is the process of adding chemicals to water to kill or inactivate microorganisms, such as bacteria, viruses, and protozoa.

Which waterborne disease is caused by the bacteria Escherichia coli (E. coli)?

  1. E. coli infection

  2. Cholera

  3. Typhoid

  4. Dysentery


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

E. coli infection is a diarrheal disease caused by the bacteria Escherichia coli (E. coli) and is transmitted through contaminated water or food.

What is the term for the process of allowing suspended particles in water to settle to the bottom?

  1. Sedimentation

  2. Filtration

  3. Coagulation

  4. Disinfection


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sedimentation is the process of allowing suspended particles in water to settle to the bottom by gravity.

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