CK12 Water Usage

What is the primary use of water worldwide?

• Fun

• Industry

• Agriculture

• Household uses

What is the main idea of the text?

• Water is only used for drinking.

• Water is a vital resource used in various ways by humans.

• Only developed countries consume large amounts of water.

• Water parks are the best places to enjoy water.

According to the text, how much water does the average person need per day for drinking?

• 2 liters

• 4 liters

• 200 liters

• 2,000 liters

What does the term "irrigation" refer to in the context of the text?

• The process of cleaning water

• A method of providing extra water to plants

• The consumption of water by humans

• Water used in industry

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a use of water in households?

• Cooking

• Flushing toilets

• Generating electricity

• Bathing

What problems can arise from wasteful irrigation practices?

• Increased crop yields

• Water shortages

• Soil salinity and chemical runoff

• Improved water quality

What does "municipal use" refer to?

• Water used for industrial purposes

• Water used for agricultural irrigation

• Water used by homes and businesses in communities

• Water used for recreational activities

What is one of the primary uses of water?

• Drinking

• Agriculture

• Cleaning

• Recreation

Why is water considered a vital resource?

• It is abundant

• It is used in various ways by humans

• It is cheap

• It is easy to find.

How much water is typically needed for daily consumption?

• 2 liters

• 4 liters

• 6 liters

• 8 liters