Unit 4 Water Resources
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Biology, Science
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11th - 12th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is hydrological poverty?
Back
Hydrological poverty refers to a situation where a country or region does not have adequate fresh water resources to meet the needs of its population.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What are the potential options for Egypt to improve its water supply in light of Ethiopia and Sudan diverting water from the Nile?
Back
Options include importing more grain, cutting rapid population growth, and working out water sharing agreements. However, diverting water from another large river is NOT an option.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Is water considered a national security issue?
Back
True. Water scarcity can lead to conflicts and is a critical factor in national security.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What percentage of surface water from rivers and lakes is used by cities and residences?
Back
10%.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Which of the following is NOT a harmful environmental effect of severe drought?
Back
Erosion increases due to stream runoff.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the hydrologic cycle?
Back
The hydrologic cycle is the continuous movement of water on, above, and below the surface of the Earth, involving processes such as evaporation, condensation, precipitation, and infiltration.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Define water scarcity.
Back
Water scarcity is the lack of sufficient available water resources to meet the demands of water usage within a region.
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