Will Las Vegas Run Out of Water?

The video discusses the importance of water, highlighting its scarcity in deserts and the challenges faced by Las Vegas, a major city in a desert. It explains how Las Vegas relies on the Colorado River and Lake Mead for water, and the impact of droughts on these sources. The video explores alternative water sources, such as pipelines and desalination, and emphasizes the global issue of water scarcity, using Las Vegas as a case study for effective water management.

Why is water particularly important for people living in desert regions like Las Vegas?

• Because deserts receive a lot of rainfall.

• Because water is not used much in desert regions.

• Because water is needed for survival and daily activities.

• Because deserts have abundant water resources.

What is the primary source of water for Las Vegas?

• The Amazon River

• The Colorado River

• The Mississippi River

• The Nile River

What was the purpose of the Colorado River Compact?

• To stop water usage in Las Vegas

• To create a new river in Nevada

• To divide water resources among seven states

• To build a dam on the Colorado River

What has been the impact of the drought on Lake Mead?

• It has overflowed due to excessive rain.

• It has remained unaffected by the drought.

• It has reached full capacity every year.

• It has started to dry up and is at about 40% capacity.

How have Las Vegas residents responded to the water shortage?

• By increasing water usage

• By dramatically cutting back on water usage

• By moving to other cities

• By ignoring the drought

What is one proposed solution for obtaining more water for Las Vegas?

• Relying solely on Lake Mead

• Using rainwater harvesting

• Importing water from Europe

• Building a pipeline from the Great Lakes

What is a potential downside of desalination as a water source for Las Vegas?

• It requires massive amounts of energy and is costly.

• It is very inexpensive.

• It is already widely used in Las Vegas.

• It provides unlimited water supply.