Question

Which of the following is a scientific question?

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A. Are the needs of the community more important than the health of
a waterway?
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B. Does the cost of storing heated water from a power plant until it
cools outweigh the importance of protecting the native habitat?
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C. How does the release of heated water from a power plant into a
river affect native fish populations?
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D. Should the government regulate the release of hot water from
power plants into local bodies of water?

Answer 1

C. What is the effect of releasing heated water from a power plant into a river on native fish populations?

This question remains scientific as it focuses on a specific cause-and-effect relationship that can be examined through scientific investigation. By studying the impact of heated water release on native fish populations, researchers can gather empirical data and draw evidence-based conclusions.