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Topic 5 Questions
5.1 Nature of pollution
1. Define the term pollution, and distinguish between point source and non-point source pollution. [4] (2011 M2 2a)
2. State one advantage and one disadvantage of each of the following methods of solid waste disposal. [3] (2012 M1
2a)
3. Describe how the pollution produced by the shrimp farm could be considered non-point source pollution [2] (2011 N2
1b (iii))
4. Explain how different types of atmospheric pollution may have negative effects on terrestrial ecosystems. Refer to
at least two named atmospheric pollutants in your answer. [6] (2011 M2 2b)
5.2 Detection and monitoring of pollution
5. Describe one direct method of monitoring pollution. [2] (2010 N1 6a)
6. Describe a direct method that may be used to monitor a named pollutant. [3] (2012 M1 6c)
7. A small lake is going through the process of eutrophication. State one possible point source and one possible nonpoint source of nutrient pollution in the lake. [2] (2012 M1 2c)
8. Outline the concept of an indicator species. [2] (2011 N1 3e)
5.3 Approaches to pollution management
9. Discuss, with reference to examples, the human factors which affect the successful implementation of pollution
management strategies. [6] (2010 M2 2c)
10. Discuss, with reference to examples, the influence of cultural, political, and economic challenges to pollution
management. [9] (2011 N2 2c)
111. Evaluate the role of reducing, reusing, and recycling strategies in the management of atmospheric pollutants. [8]
(2011 M2 2c)
12. Suggest ways to approach the management of a named pollutant. Illustrate your answer using the three step
pollution management model. [5] (2011 N2 2b)
5.4 Eutrophication
14. Define the term eutrophication. [1] (2011 M2 1b)
b. Explain how eutrophication is an example of positive feedback. [2]
5.5 Solid domestic waste
15. List three types of solid domestic waste. [1] (2010 M1 5c)
16. Identify one other method of solid waste disposal (than recycling, landfilling, or incineration) and state the name of
a material that is managed in this way. [1] (2011 M1 2b 2c 2d)
b. Outline two factors at the national scale, which affect the choice of waste disposal method. [2]
c. Explain how the use of waste to generate energy can increase greenhouse gases in the atmosphere. [2]
17. Figure 7 below shows three alternative locations for a landfill site (A, B, and C) (2010 M1 5b 5c)
a. Choose one landfill site and state two advantages and disadvantages of your choice [2]
b. List three types of solid domestic waste. [1]
c. Discuss the disadvantages of one named management strategy, other than landfill, for dealing with solid domestic
waste. [2]
5.6 Depletion of stratospheric ozone
18. As well as being powerful greenhouse gases, CFCs affect atmospheric absorption of UV radiation. State the name
of the atmospheric gas that significantly reduces the amount of UV radiation reaching the Earth’s surface. [1] (2010 M1
1d)
b. Figure 2 below shows the structure of the Earth’s atmosphere. Label the two lowest layers of the atmosphere on the
diagram. [1]
c. State one effect of UV radiation on living organisms. [1]
5.7 Urban air pollution
19. Explain how depletion of the ozone layer is an example of positive feedback. [3] (2010 N1 6d)
20. Outline how the combustion of fossil fuels can cause acid deposition and photochemical smog. [7] (2010 M2 2b)
5.8 Acid deposition
21. When volcanoes erupt, they emit many gases, some of which contribute to acid deposition. List two gases that
contribute to acid deposition. [2] (2012 M1 6b)
22. Predict the effect of acid deposition on potassium and copper availability to plants from this soild. [2] (2011 N1 1a)
23. Outline one pollution management strategy that might reduce the impact of acid deposition in soils. [2] (2011 N1
1c)