Water Resources

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What is a water footprint?

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A water footprint is the total volume of freshwater used to produce the goods and services consumed by an individual, community, or business.

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How can eating less meat reduce your water footprint?

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Eating less meat reduces your water footprint because meat production requires significantly more water compared to plant-based foods.

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What is a watershed?

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A watershed is the land area from which surface water drains into a particular lake, river, or other body of water.

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What are pathogens?

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Pathogens are harmful microorganisms that can cause diseases in humans and are often found in polluted water.

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What is biological pollution?

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Biological pollution refers to the introduction of harmful microorganisms into water bodies, which can lead to health risks.

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What do water treatment plants remove from water?

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Water treatment plants process water to remove heavy metals, pathogens, toxins, and other contaminants.

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What is virtual water?

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Virtual water is the indirect water used to produce food and other products, not directly consumed.

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What is the zone of saturation?

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The zone of saturation is the area in the ground where all the spaces between soil particles are filled with water.

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What is an aquifer?

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An aquifer is a geological formation that can store and transmit water, often tapped for drinking water.

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What is surface runoff?

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Surface runoff is the flow of water that occurs when excess stormwater, meltwater, or other sources flows over the earth's surface.