WAEC Agricultural Science 2009 Question 53

Question 53

Fisheries and Aquaculture

Which of the following statements about a good fish pond is true?

  1. A.It must have low pH
  2. B.The water must be turbid
  3. C.It must have low concentration of dissolved salts
  4. D.The level of dissolved oxygen must be low
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (It must have low concentration of dissolved salts)

Explanation

Good pond water is near-neutral, clear, rich in oxygen and low in dissolved salts.