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Matter and Energy Unit Test

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Ocean ecosystems are sensitive to the chemical composition of the water. Any excess compounds can upset the balance and cause damage to organisms. In three to five sentences, describe how reducing consumption of fossil fuels can help the ocean ecosystem. (4 points)

Short Answer Rubric (4 points)
Points Awarded Criteria
4
The answer is very clear.

The answer is fully supported by details.

There may be a few errors in grammar, usage, or mechanics. Errors do not interfere with meaning.

3
The answer is mostly clear.

The answer is supported by mostly relevant details.

There are a few errors in grammar, usage, or mechanics. Errors do not interfere with meaning.

2
The answer is somewhat clear.

Details are weak or not related.

There are some errors in grammar, usage, and mechanics. Errors interfere with meaning.

1
The answer is not clear.

There are few or no supporting details.

There are many errors in grammar, usage, and mechanics. Errors interfere with meaning.

0 The question is not answered.
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Answer 1

[AI-generated answer — Bot GPT 3.5]

Reducing consumption of fossil fuels can help the ocean ecosystem by decreasing the amount of greenhouse gases released into the atmosphere. These gases contribute to global warming, which in turn leads to ocean acidification. This change in chemistry can harm many marine organisms, especially those with calcium carbonate shells like coral and shellfish. By reducing our reliance on fossil fuels, we can help mitigate these negative effects and protect the delicate balance of the ocean ecosystem.