Water Resource Management Quiz

What does water resource management refer to?

• The systematic destruction of water resources

• The systematic planning, development, distribution, and sustainable utilization of water resources

• The ecological balance of water without human intervention

• The distribution of water resources based solely on economic development

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

Which of the following is NOT a major component of water resource management mentioned in the text?

• Assessment and Planning

• Infrastructure Development

• Ecological Destruction

• Sustainable Utilization

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

What does the Assessment and Planning component of water resource management involve?

• Evaluating the historical status of water resources

• Forecasting future water demands based on climate change projections only

• Evaluating the current status of water resources and forecasting future water demands based on various factors

• Planning strategies without considering the current status of water resources

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

What is the purpose of planning strategies in water resource management?

• To address water demands unsustainably

• To ignore the ecological balance of water ecosystems

• To address water demands sustainably

• To focus solely on economic development

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

NGSS.MS-ETS1-4

What does managing water allocation involve?

• Determining how much water should be allocated to different sectors like agriculture, industry, and domestic use

• Building reservoirs, pipelines, and treatment plants

• Developing new sources of water

• Increasing water prices for all sectors

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

NGSS.MS-ETS1-1

What are the essential components of water resource management mentioned in the text?

• Regulatory frameworks, water rights management, and water pricing mechanisms

• Water filtration methods and clean water distribution

• Construction of dams and canals only

• Water quality testing at various points in the distribution network

Which of the following is a measure to improve water use efficiency?

• Reducing water losses in distribution systems

• Increasing the use of water in agricultural practices

• Decreasing the number of water treatment plants

• Limiting the regulatory frameworks for water usage

What is the goal of promoting water conservation and efficiency?

• To increase the overall consumption of water

• To ensure that water is only used for domestic purposes

• To improve water use efficiency and support sustainable practices

• To mandate the use of specific water appliances in households

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

What is the main goal of Water Quality Management in safeguarding public health and ecosystems?

• Monitoring the recreational use of water

• Ensuring water quality

• Increasing water quantity

• Promoting water-based transportation

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NGSS.MS-LS2-1

NGSS.MS-LS2-4

Which of the following is NOT a strategy mentioned for Ecosystem Protection in water resource management?

• Maintaining minimum flow levels in rivers

• Restoring degraded ecosystems

• Preserving wetlands

• Building dams for hydroelectric power