Water Scarcity and Usage Concepts

The lesson begins with a quiz on rock permeability, highlighting the difference between porous and non-porous rocks. It then shifts to discussing human impacts on water resources, emphasizing the various ways humans use water and the concept of water scarcity. The water cycle is explained, noting the slow replenishment of water resources. A global water scarcity map is analyzed, with specific focus on the USA and Saudi Arabia. The lesson concludes with a discussion on Nicaragua's water scarcity and a homework assignment.

Which type of rock allows water to pass through due to spaces between its sediments?

• Non-porous rock

• Porous rock

• Metamorphic rock

• Igneous rock

What is one of the primary uses of water for humans?

• To build houses

• To power vehicles

• To grow food

• To make clothes

What phase change occurs when water evaporates from the ocean?

• Solid to liquid

• Solid to gas

• Gas to liquid

• Liquid to gas

Why is water scarcity a growing concern?

• Because water is being used faster than it can be replenished

• Because there is too much water available

• Because water is not needed for manufacturing

• Because water is only used for drinking

What does the color green indicate on the water scarcity map?

• Near water scarcity

• Little or no water scarcity

• No data available

• High water scarcity

Which region in the USA is facing water scarcity issues?

• Southwest

• Midwest

• West Coast

• East Coast

What is the water condition in Saudi Arabia according to the map?

• Near water scarcity

• No data available

• Little or no water scarcity

• High water scarcity

What is the main reason humans cannot use ocean water directly?

• It is too far away

• It is too deep

• It is saltwater

• It is too cold

What does the color pink indicate on the water scarcity map?

• Little or no water scarcity

• High water scarcity

• Near water scarcity

• No data available

What is the water condition in Nicaragua as per the map?

• Water scarcity

• Little water scarcity

• No data available

• Near water scarcity