Practice Distribution Of Water On Earth (1) - 📘 Chapter: Water Resources

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6 sample questions

Question 1.
What percentage of the Earth's water is freshwater?
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Think about the total water percentage and subtract the saline water.
Question 2.
Name one source of freshwater.
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Remember the three main sources mentioned.
3Question 3.
What percentage of Earth's water is fresh?
- 1%
- 2.5%
- 71%
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Think about the total water percentage and what is unsuitable for drinking.
4Question 4.
True or False: 69% of freshwater is locked in glaciers and ice caps.
- True
- False
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Recall the distribution of freshwater sources.
Question 5.
Critically evaluate the role of desalination as a solution to freshwater scarcity. Discuss its pros and cons.
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Consider both the benefits and challenges faced when implementing desalination.
Question 6.
Analyze how community-driven initiatives can effectively contribute to water conservation efforts.
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Think about how people can influence their water practices.

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