Which of the following is a primary benefit of aquaculture?
It decreases the pressure on wild fish populations by providing an alternative source of seafood
It completely eliminates the risk of water pollution
It ensures that only native species are farmed, preserving biodiversity
It requires no feed or resources to grow fish, making it a zero-waste process
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Which of the following is a major environmental concern associated with aquaculture?
The practice promotes overfishing by reducing the demand for wild-caught fish
It can contribute to the spread of disease and parasites to wild fish populations
It results in the depletion of seawater resources
It increases biodiversity by introducing a variety of new species to aquatic ecosystems
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Method | Environmental Impact | Water Usage | Biodiversity Effect | Initial Cost | Long-Term Sustainability | Disease Risk |
Recirculating Aquaculture Systems (RAS) | Low | Low | Moderate | Very High | High | Moderate |
Integrated Multi-Trophic Aquaculture (IMTA) | Low | Moderate | High | High | High | Low |
Open-Net Pens | High | High | Low | Low | Low | High |
Pond Aquaculture | Moderate | High | Moderate | Moderate | Moderate | High |
A coastal country experiencing high levels of marine pollution and habitat destruction is seeking an aquaculture method that has low environmental impact while still supporting biodiversity. Which method is the best choice?
Open-Net Pens
Recirculating Aquaculture Systems (RAS)
Pond Aquaculture
Integrated Multi-Trophic Aquaculture (IMTA)
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Method | Environmental Impact | Water Usage | Biodiversity Effect | Initial Cost | Long-Term Sustainability | Disease Risk |
Recirculating Aquaculture Systems (RAS) | Low | Low | Moderate | Very High | High | Moderate |
Integrated Multi-Trophic Aquaculture (IMTA) | Low | Moderate | High | High | High | Low |
Open-Net Pens | High | High | Low | Low | Low | High |
Pond Aquaculture | Moderate | High | Moderate | Moderate | Moderate | High |
A country facing water scarcity wants to develop a water-efficient aquaculture industry. Which method would be the best option?
Pond Aquaculture
Open-Net Pens
Integrated Multi-Trophic Aquaculture (IMTA)
Recirculating Aquaculture Systems (RAS)
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Examine the data below and answer the question:
Method | Environmental Impact | Water Usage | Biodiversity Effect | Initial Cost | Long-Term Sustainability | Disease Risk |
Recirculating Aquaculture Systems (RAS) | Low | Low | Moderate | Very High | High | Moderate |
Integrated Multi-Trophic Aquaculture (IMTA) | Low | Moderate | High | High | High | Low |
Open-Net Pens | High | High | Low | Low | Low | High |
Pond Aquaculture | Moderate | High | Moderate | Moderate | Moderate | High |
A low-income nation is searching for a method that is affordable to set up but still provides moderate long-term sustainability. Which method would they most likely adopt?
Open-Net Pens
Recirculating Aquaculture Systems (RAS)
Integrated Multi-Trophic Aquaculture (IMTA)
Pond Aquaculture
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