Water Use and Management

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What is runoff?

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Water from rain and melting snow that flows over the ground and into streams and storm drains.

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What is the process of controlling rivers by building barriers called?

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Damming a river.

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Which category of water use consumes the most water?

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Agriculture.

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What is an underground area that stores large amounts of groundwater called?

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Aquifer.

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What type of water use involves watering your lawn or garden?

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Residential use.

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What is a watershed?

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An area of land that drains rainwater and snow into a common outlet, such as a river or lake.

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What is the purpose of a reservoir?

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To store water for various uses, including drinking, irrigation, and flood control.

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What is desalination?

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The process of removing salt and other impurities from seawater to make it suitable for drinking and irrigation.

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What is the significance of wetlands in water management?

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Wetlands act as natural water filters, help in flood control, and provide habitat for wildlife.

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What is the difference between agricultural and industrial water use?

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Agricultural use refers to water used for farming and irrigation, while industrial use refers to water used in manufacturing processes.