Question

1. evaluate your prototype against the design constraints. does the prototype... use the provided water mixture? separate the sediments from the water? separate sediment types from one another? leave the remaining water clear? 17. you now know how to separate sediments from the stream water. how could you modify your prototype to make it more effective if used in a park setting to prepare stream water for use in a decorative pond?

Explanation:

Step1: Analyze question 16

This is a qualitative - evaluation task. One needs to assess the prototype based on given criteria.

Step2: Analyze question 17

This requires thinking about improvements to the prototype for a specific real - world setting.

Step3: Answer question 16

There is no data given to fill in the table. So, we can only provide a general way to approach it. For each question in the table, one should observe and test the prototype and then mark the appropriate box based on the degree to which the prototype meets the criterion.

Step4: Answer question 17

Possible modifications could include adding multiple filtration layers of different pore sizes to better separate sediment types and remove smaller particles for clearer water. Using a larger settling tank to allow more time for sediments to settle out. Incorporating a biological filtration system (like aquatic plants) to help purify the water and remove any remaining impurities.

Answer:

1. Without data on the prototype's performance, cannot fill the table. But for each row, observe and test the prototype against the criterion and mark 'Very Much', 'Somewhat', or 'Not At All' accordingly.
2. Add multiple filtration layers of different pore sizes; use a larger settling tank; incorporate a biological filtration system with aquatic plants.