Water conservation video

What percentage of the Earth's water is freshwater?

• a) 70%

• b) 30%

• Less than 1%

Where does the majority of West Central Florida's freshwater supply come from?

• a) Surface water (lakes, rivers, etc.)

• b) Groundwater

• c) Desalination plants

How much of the rainfall in Florida will soak into the ground and recharge the aquifer?

• a) 100%

• b) 2-40%

• c) 60-80%

Which of the following is NOT an alternative source of freshwater?

• a) Desalination plants

• b) Reusing wastewater

• c) Increased rainfall

What is one way to reduce water usage in the bathroom?

• a) Take longer showers

• b) Turn off the faucet while brushing teeth

• c) Flush the toilet more often

How much water can a leaky toilet waste in a day?

• a) 2 gallons

• b) 20 gallons

• c) 200 gallons

Overwatering harms plants by

• a) Making the soil too compact

• b) Preventing the roots from absorbing oxygen

• c) Attracting harmful insects

• d) Washing away essential nutrients