Question

What prediction can you make about the impact of these threats on the resident populations versus the transient populations?

The resident populations are more likely affected by these threats because of their proximity to shore.


The resident populations and the transient populations are likely to be equally affected by these threats.


The transient populations are more likely affected by these threats because of their distance from shore.


Neither the resident populations nor the transient populations are likely to be affected by these threats in the future.

Answer 1

Answer: A) The resident populations are more likely affected by these threats because of their proximity to shore.

Step-by-step explanation:

All of these threats are higher in coastal regions.

As contaminants usually reach the ocean through rivers or because of coastal cities, the highest degree of pollution is there. All chemicals will accumulate in this region first, before they disperse into the offshore region. This is also caused by the fact that the coastal waters have a lower volume and surface area than the offshore which results in a higher degree of contamination.