Water Scarcity

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What is water scarcity?

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Water scarcity is the lack of sufficient available water resources to meet the demands of water usage within a region.

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What percentage of Earth's water is freshwater?

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Only 3% of Earth's water is freshwater.

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What is the main source of drinking water for people in rural areas?

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Wells are the main source of drinking water for people in rural areas.

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What is physical water scarcity?

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Physical water scarcity occurs when there is no water nearby to access.

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Which factor does NOT contribute to uneven water distribution?

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The Earth's rotation speed does not contribute to uneven water distribution.

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What are the three main causes of water scarcity?

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The three main causes of water scarcity are population growth and overuse, pollution, and climate change.

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What is an aquifer?

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An aquifer is a geological formation that can store and transmit water, often tapped for drinking water.

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What role do reservoirs play in water supply?

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Reservoirs store large quantities of water for various uses, including drinking, irrigation, and recreation.

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How does climate change affect water scarcity?

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Climate change can lead to altered precipitation patterns, increasing droughts and reducing water availability.

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What is the water cycle?

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The water cycle is the continuous movement of water on, above, and below the surface of the Earth.