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Hungry! · **on:** Aug 22, 2018

What is a mathematical model?
a. A model used to predict future conditions of a climate
b. A model that uses equations to describe a system's behaviors
c. A model used to predict past conditions of a climate
d. The prediction of a factor's importance

Question 2

What is eutrophication?
a. A set of physical, chemical, and biological changes in an environment when there is an
excessive release of nutrients in the water
b. A large plankton bloom dominated by one species
c. The removal of oxygen from the water of an area
d. The manmade changes to the environment

jaygar71 · **Reply #1 on:** Aug 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
There have been mathematical models used to predict the future state of our climate should we remain
on our current trajectory. These models can be applied to any system though. Information can be found
in the section Human Activity is Causing Global Oceanic Change.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
The extra nutrients often come from sewage and fertilizers. Eutrophication occurs at the mouths of
almost all the world's rivers. Information can be found in the section Marine Pollutants May Be
Natural or Human Generated.