6.4 Water Resources

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What percentage of Earth's water is freshwater?

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3%

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Which type of water is found below Earth’s surface in rocks and soil?

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Groundwater

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Why is desalination an important process for some regions?

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It converts saltwater into freshwater for areas with limited freshwater resources.

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What factor primarily affects the distribution of groundwater?

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Type of rock in Earth’s crust

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Which of the following is a major cause of water scarcity? Excessive rainfall, Overuse of water resources, Increase in glacier ice, Excessive desalination

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Overuse of water resources

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Most accessible freshwater is found in which of the following locations? Oceans, Ice caps and glaciers, Lakes and rivers, Groundwater

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Lakes and rivers

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How does human activity impact groundwater supplies?

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It often depletes groundwater faster than it can be replenished.

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Aquifer

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A layer of porous rock that stores groundwater

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Why is surface water easier for humans to use than groundwater?

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Surface water is easier to access as it is found in lakes, rivers, and reservoirs.

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Which of the following is a sustainable practice for managing ocean resources?

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Designing fishing nets that allow smaller fish to escape