Water Conservation and Management Concepts

The video discusses the importance of water conservation, highlighting the limited availability of freshwater globally and in Brazil. It provides statistics on water distribution and scarcity, emphasizing the need for conscious consumption. The video offers practical tips for reducing water usage in daily activities, such as closing taps, taking shorter showers, and fixing leaks. It also suggests using water-saving devices and reusing greywater. The importance of spreading awareness about water conservation is stressed to ensure a sustainable future.

What percentage of the Earth's water is freshwater that is readily available for human use?

• 0.8%

• 2%

• 97%

• 1.7%

Which region in Brazil faces the most significant challenges with water scarcity?

• Central-West

• South

• Northeast

• Southeast

What is a major cause of water-related deaths among children according to the WHO and UNICEF?

• Water pollution

• Flooding

• Drought

• Lack of sanitation

What is a common method used in Brazil to access underground water?

• Drilling wells

• River diversion

• Rainwater harvesting

• Desalination plants

What was a significant consequence of the drought in São Paulo?

• Increased rainfall

• Water rationing

• Flooding

• Improved water quality

How much water can be saved by turning off the tap while brushing teeth?

• 13.5 liters

• 10 liters

• 5 liters

• 20 liters

What is the recommended method for washing dishes to conserve water?

• Using a high-pressure hose

• Soaking and rinsing all at once

• Using a dishwasher

• Washing under running water

What is the benefit of covering a swimming pool?

• Increases water temperature

• Prevents debris accumulation

• Reduces evaporation

• Reduces algae growth

What is a cistern used for in water conservation?

• Heating water

• Filtering water

• Collecting rainwater

• Storing drinking water

Why should rainwater collected in urban areas not be consumed?

• It is too salty

• It may be acidic

• It contains minerals

• It is too cold