Water and Conservation

Name three ways to prevent water pollution.

• Dumping chemicals directly into water bodies

• 1. Properly dispose of hazardous materials and chemicals 2. Reduce the use of pesticides and fertilizers 3. Implement proper sewage treatment and management

• Increasing the use of pesticides and fertilizers

• Disposing of sewage directly into water sources

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What are some methods of water conservation?

• Watering plants more frequently

• Using water-intensive appliances

• Fixing leaks, using water-saving appliances, collecting rainwater, and reducing water usage in landscaping

• Ignoring leaks and wastage

What are the effects of industrial waste on water pollution?

• Industrial waste can lead to water pollution by contaminating water sources with harmful chemicals and toxins.

• Industrial waste only affects air pollution, not water pollution

• Industrial waste has no impact on water pollution

• Industrial waste actually helps to purify water

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What role do individuals play in preventing water pollution?

• Preventing water pollution is solely the responsibility of the government

• Individuals play a crucial role in preventing water pollution by adopting responsible behaviors and practices.

• Individuals have no impact on water pollution

• It is impossible for individuals to prevent water pollution

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How can communities work together to conserve water?

• Ignoring the need for water restrictions

• Encouraging excessive water usage

• Spreading misinformation about water conservation

• Promoting water-saving practices, implementing water restrictions, and educating residents about the importance of water conservation.

Approximately how many gallons of water does it take to grow sugar cane?

• 20- 25 gallons

• 2-4 gallons

• 180-200 gallons

What percentage of the earth's water is salt water?

• 3%

• 25%

• 71%

• 96.5%

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What is the surface water source that covers most of the earth's surface?

• Rivers and streams

• Seas and oceans

• Glacier

• Reservoir

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Where does the source of water called groundwater come from?

• Water that is in the gaps in the soil.

• Water that is in the gaps in the rock layer.

• Water above the rock layer.

• Rainwater that flows into a rock pool.

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Which one correctly describes the occurrence of underground water sources?

• Building underground tunnels to store water.

• Low-lying areas where water accumulates.

• Water that seeps into the ground and becomes trapped between soil or rock layers.

• Sediment that accumulates around water sources until new soil surfaces are formed. causing water to accumulate inside.

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