NASA | Science for a Hungry World: Part 5

The video discusses the significant changes in food production and water usage over the past century, highlighting the shift from reliance on rainfall to irrigation. It emphasizes the role of NASA's satellites, particularly the GRACE mission, in monitoring groundwater levels and understanding the water cycle. The video focuses on the alarming depletion of groundwater in Northwest India and other regions, stressing the importance of sustainable water management in the face of global challenges like climate change and population growth.

Discuss the implications of declining aquifers on agriculture and population.

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What role does understanding the water cycle play in addressing future water scarcity?

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