Science Trivia Questions 1-10
Difficult Questions
Where in the world is Athabasca?
How many river basins are in Alberta? Hint: 4, 7, 11, or more than 11?
Why is the town of Athabasca located where it is?
There is naturally occurring mercury in the Athabasca River Basin. The mercury can accumulate (biomagnify) within the various organism that become fish food. Eating too many fish can lead to mercury poisoning and permanent nerve/brain damage.
What families of biting flies occur in the Athabasca River Basin?
What is the difference between a river basin and a watershed?
What is the source of the Athabasca River?
What is the largest lake in Alberta?
What river enters the Athabasca River at Fort McMurray?
Science Outreach Athabasca - September 26, 2012
