Water Resources and Scarcity: Analyzing Global Availability and Sustainable Practices

The video discusses global water scarcity, highlighting that despite Earth's abundant water, only a small fraction is accessible for human use. It explains the water cycle and the uneven distribution of water resources, emphasizing the challenges of infrastructure and geography. The video breaks down water consumption, revealing agriculture as the largest consumer. It suggests solutions like improved irrigation and reducing food waste, encouraging personal actions to mitigate water scarcity.

What percentage of the Earth's surface is covered by water?

• 50%

• 85%

• 71%

• 92%

By 2040, how many more countries are predicted to experience water shortages?

• 25

• 15

• 10

• 20

What percentage of Earth's water is freshwater that is accessible for human use?

• 3%

• 10%

• 1%

• 5%

What is the main reason for the uneven distribution of water resources globally?

• Technological advancements

• Economic development

• Geographic and climatic differences

• Human population density

How many liters of water does the average person consume indirectly in a day?

• 500 liters

• 1000 liters

• 2000 liters

• 3000 liters

What percentage of water consumption is attributed to agriculture?

• 50%

• 70%

• 92%

• 85%

What is one method farmers use to reduce water usage in agriculture?

• Switching to organic farming

• Reducing farm size

• Using special irrigation techniques

• Increasing crop variety

What is a personal lifestyle change that can significantly reduce water footprint?

• Adopting a vegetarian lifestyle

• Increasing dairy consumption

• Eating more red meat

• Using more packaged foods

What is the first step to reducing water use on a personal level?

• Reducing food waste

• Using energy-efficient appliances

• Increasing water storage

• Buying more local products

What is required to solve the local problem of water scarcity?

• Technological innovation

• Government intervention

• A global solution

• Individual efforts only