Water Cycle and Conservation Concepts

The video tutorial discusses water conservation, emphasizing that all water in a household comes from the same source. It explains the concept of a closed hydrologic system, where water is reused and recycled. The tutorial highlights the limited availability of fresh water, with only 1% being usable for the global population. It also covers the water cycle, including runoff and groundwater, and concludes with a call to action for conserving water.

What is the main source of all the water in our homes?

• Different pipes for different uses

• A single pipe that supplies all fresh water

• Separate sources for drinking and cleaning

• Bottled water deliveries

What does it mean when we say the water cycle is a 'closed system'?

• No water is added or removed from the cycle

• Water is lost from the cycle every year

• Water is constantly being added to the cycle

• Water is only used once and then discarded

How much of the Earth's water is fresh and usable?

• 71%

• 1%

• 50%

• 2.5%

Why can't we use most of the Earth's fresh water?

• It's polluted

• It's frozen

• It's too salty

• It's underground

What is the purpose of the drain in the driveway?

• To collect drinking water

• To prevent flooding in the garage

• To water the garden

• To store rainwater for later use

How does rainwater contribute to the water cycle?

• It is absorbed by plants only

• It becomes part of the ocean

• It evaporates immediately

• It contributes to groundwater and runoff

What happens to rainwater after it falls on the ground?

• It disappears

• It contributes to groundwater and runoff

• It evaporates instantly

• It stays on the surface

What is demonstrated by the clearer water in the creek?

• The water is stagnant

• The water cycle in action

• The water cycle is not working

• The water is polluted

Why is it important to conserve water?

• To avoid using bottled water

• Because it is expensive

• To ensure there is enough for everyone

• Because water is unlimited

What should you do after watching the video?

• Forget about water conservation

• Continue wasting water

• Ignore the information

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