Flashcard: Science: Water Conservation

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What is acid rain?

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Acid rain is precipitation that has a lower pH than normal rain, often caused by pollutants like sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxides in the atmosphere.

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What are the main causes of acid rain?

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The main causes of acid rain include burning fossil fuels (coal, oil, gas) and volcanic eruptions.

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Which human activities contribute to water pollution?

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Human activities such as industrial waste disposal, agricultural runoff, and sewage discharge contribute to water pollution.

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What is water conservation?

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Water conservation is the practice of using water efficiently to reduce unnecessary water usage.

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Why is it important to conserve water?

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It is important to conserve water to ensure that everyone has access to clean water and to protect the environment.

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What are the 'three Rs' of conservation?

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The 'three Rs' of conservation are Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle.

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What does 'reduce' mean in the context of conservation?

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'Reduce' means to use less of a resource, such as water or energy, to minimize waste.

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What does 'reuse' mean in the context of conservation?

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'Reuse' means to use an item more than once instead of throwing it away.

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What does 'recycle' mean in the context of conservation?

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'Recycle' means to process used materials to create new products, reducing the need for new resources.

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What can happen to animals if their water source becomes polluted?

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If a water source becomes polluted, animals that rely on that water can become sick or die.