Zebra Mussels in the Great Lakes Water quality in the Great Lakes is something that is a vital issue in the Great Lakes Region. The quality of the largest chain of freshwater lakes is important to the nation and even the world. Water quality is anything that affects the benefits humans derives from water. It can include drinking water, food, recreation, and any other use of water that is possible. Zebra mussels pose a great …showed first 75 words of 636 total…

…showed last 75 words of 636 total…of the invasive species. Even though zebra mussels cause higher water bills and increased fish prices, few understand that this is a result of zebra mussels. Zebra mussels are harmful to the ecosystem, consumers, and industry. They cause stress on the environment and higher prices for consumers. However, until the public becomes more aware of the problems they will continue to grow. Public organizations need to rally the people to demand action from the government.