AP Environmental Sciencemediummcq1 pt
Thermal pollution from power plants harms rivers by
A.lowering dissolved oxygen in warmed water
B.adding nutrients
C.freezing the river
D.raising the water table
Explanation
Core Concept
Warm water holds less oxygen, stressing fish — cooling towers and ponds exist to shed this waste heat before discharge.
Correct Answer
Alowering dissolved oxygen in warmed water
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