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1.4 Water Resources

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What is the percentage of fresh water on Earth?

33%
97%
10%
3% (correct)

Where is the majority of unfrozen fresh water found?

In polar ice
In glaciers
In the air
Below ground (correct)

Which form of fresh water occurs mainly as groundwater?

Groundwater (correct)
Polar ice
Surface water
Glaciers

What is the recommended daily domestic water use according to Indian standard specifications?

135 liters/day (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which industry requires water for operations like cement production and mining?

Cement industry (D) Signup and view all the answers

Besides electricity generation, what other use of water is mentioned in the text?

Fire prevention (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the effects of over-utilization of groundwater mentioned in the text?

Ground subsidence due to excessive groundwater withdrawal (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason stated in the text for the lowering of water table due to overuse of groundwater?

Rapid depletion from excessive use (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of drought is associated with low rainfall's impact on water levels in rivers and lakes?

Hydrological drought (B) Signup and view all the answers

How does ground subsidence affect infrastructure according to the text?

May cause damage to buildings (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of drought is related to the availability of water for crops?

Agricultural drought (D) Signup and view all the answers

What factor is mentioned in the text as a cause of over-exploitation of water sources?

Increased demand for water (A) Signup and view all the answers