Show:
Acid Rain & Airborne Particulates
Coastal Acidification
& Ocean Currents
Epidemiology
Oil Spill
Near Peer Mentors
100

What emissions cause acid rain?

Sulfur dioxide (SO2) and Nitrogen oxides (NO2).

100

Name one solution of Ocean Acidification.

- Reduce carbon emissions/burning fossil fuels

- Coastal habitat restoration

- Exploring advanced technologies

100
Name one way a disease could spread through direct contact?

Physical contact between two people (answers can vary)

100

Why are oil spills harmful to marine mammals?

They can ingest the oil, which can damage their intestines. 

100

Which near peer mentor has a cat?

Ayza

200

Name one effect of acid rain on the environment.

- Dissolves necessary nutrients (such as magnesium and calcium) in the soil

- Can cause the release of aluminum in the soil

- May lead to the corrosion of steel infrastructure

200

_______ makes ocean water more acidic.

Carbon Dioxide makes ocean water more acidic.

200

Transmission of infectious disease is called _______.

Transmission of infectious disease is called contagion.

200

What is the name of the most recent major oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico?

The Deepwater Horizon

200

What is one of Ethan's top 3 favorite Marvel movies?

1. Infinity War

2. Captain America: Civil War

3. Thor Ragnarok

300

Name 2 common air pollutants

- Particulate matter

- Ozone

- Carbon dioxide/monoxide

- Nitrogen dioxide

- Volatile Organic Compounds

300

What do ocean engineers study to help them design things like ships, submarines, and underwater communication systems?

They study fluid dynamics and sound waves (or acoustics).

300

What is the definition of endemic?

Apparent at a constant level within a society (ex. Chickenpox and Malaria)

300

Name one way to clean up oil spills

  • Containment: Booms are used to contain the spread of oil on the water's surface.
  • Skimmers: Devices that skim oil off the water's surface. 
  • Dispersants: Chemicals that break up the oil slick, dispersing it into the water column. 
  • Burning: In-situ burning can be used to remove oil from the surface.
  • Biological Agents: Microbes and fertilizers can be used to break down the oil. 
  • Prevention: Improving safety standards for oil transport and storage is crucial to prevent spills. 
300

How many countries has Akrit visited?

7 countries

400

Acid rain has a pH of less than...

less than 6

400

What kinds of animals are most affected by coastal acidification?

Shell-building animals like oysters, clams, and corals

400

Infectious diseases are caused by a _________ that is transmitted from one host individual to another.

Infectious diseases are caused by a pathogen that is transmitted from one host individual to another.

400

What types of bacteria helps with oil spills?

Marinobacter & Alcanivorax

400

What is Emmanuel's favorite drink?

Mucho Mango Arizona

500

Which of the following is the biggest source of sulfur dioxide (SO₂) and nitrogen oxides (NOₓ) in the atmosphere?


Power plants that burn fossil fuels

500

_______ occurs when winds push surface water away, causing cold, nutrient-rich water to rise, which is vital for marine life and influences weather patterns.

Upwelling occurs when winds push surface water away, causing cold, nutrient-rich water to rise, which is vital for marine life and influences weather patterns.

500

What is an epidemiologist?

An epidemiologist is a healthcare professional who studies the patterns, causes, and distribution of diseases in populations.

500

Estimate: How many oil spills occur annually?

1,000+ oil spills occur each year.

500

Write all of the Near Peers ages correctly

Akrit - 15

Ethan - 16 

Emmanuel - 17

Ayza - 17