Origin and Distribution
Which three (3) continents does the water chestnut call "home"?
A. North America, South America, Africa.
B. Asia, Africa, South America.
C. Europe, Asia, North America.
D. Europe, Asia, Africa.
Transportation
Water chestnuts were intentionally introduced into the U.S.
True
False
Environmental Impact
Which of the following is NOT an environmental impact of the water chestnut?
A. Out-competes native aquatic vegetation.
B. Blocks penetration of sunlight into the water.
C. Produces a toxin that seeps into the water, killing larval fish.
D. Chokes surface of lakes and calm rivers.
E. Reduces dissolved oxygen levels in the water.
Economic Impact
In 2006, how much money in total was spent to control water chestnut in Lake Champlain?
A. $150,000.
B. > $450,000.
C. $63,000.
D. $40,000.
Control
Two commonly-used methods for controlling water chestnut are hand-pulling and mats:
True
False