S1_4.3 Uses of Water

Which one is NOT a domestic use of water?

• Cleaning of machines
• Consumption
• Hygiene
• Amenity

Water enables people to carry out certain activities done for enjoyment when one is not working.This is known as _____________ use of water.

• recreational
• domestic
• industrial
• recreational

The production of 1kg of meat uses ____________ litres of water.

• 15500

• 4800

• 190

• 30

Which of the following is an example of uses of water in industries?

• All of the following
• To cool down machinery
• To clean machinery and the products
• As a raw material fro making products

Water is used to generate ________________ when water passes through turbines installed in dams.

• electricity
• waste
• water
• resources

Water sports such as canoeing, sailing and sport fishing are highly dependent on water conditions as well as water ___________.

• quality
• quantity
• temperature
• turbidity

What does "domestic" refer to in water usage?

• Refers to water used for indoor and outdoor household purposes.
• Water used for industrial purposes
• Water used for agricultural purposes
• Water used for recreational purposes

Which of the following is NOT a main domestic use of water?

• Hygiene (e.g. bathing and flushing the toilet)
• Consumption (e.g. drinking and cooking)
• Amenity (e.g. washing the car and watering the garden)
• Irrigation (e.g. watering crops)

What is the term for using water for enjoyment during leisure time?

(a)  

Which recreational activity is highly dependent on water conditions and quality?

• Water sports such as canoeing, sailing, and sport fishing
• Hiking
• Cycling
• Skiing