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What is rainwater harvesting?
What is rainwater harvesting?
- The process of purifying rainwater for immediate consumption
- The process of using rainwater to irrigate agricultural fields
- The process of diverting rainwater away from buildings and houses to prevent flooding
- The process of collecting and storing rainwater in a scientific and controlled manner for future use (correct)
In which areas can rainwater be an important source of water supply?
In which areas can rainwater be an important source of water supply?
- Areas with limited rainfall and abundant groundwater
- Areas where rain is well distributed throughout the year and surface and groundwater are scarce (correct)
- Areas with frequent floods and high groundwater levels
- Areas with abundant surface water and groundwater
What is a cistern?
What is a cistern?
- A system for diverting rainwater away from buildings
- A watertight tank where rainwater is stored (correct)
- A type of catchment area for rainwater collection
- A device used to purify rainwater
Why should fibro-cement roofs be excluded for rainwater harvesting?
Why should fibro-cement roofs be excluded for rainwater harvesting?
What is the purpose of interconnected catchments in rainwater harvesting?
What is the purpose of interconnected catchments in rainwater harvesting?
What is Level I service in relation to cisterns for rainwater harvesting?
What is Level I service in relation to cisterns for rainwater harvesting?
What is the main benefit of rainwater harvesting?
What is the main benefit of rainwater harvesting?
How does rainwater harvesting affect the ground water level?
How does rainwater harvesting affect the ground water level?
What is the purpose of bypassing the first 5 to 10 minutes of rainwater in the collection process?
What is the purpose of bypassing the first 5 to 10 minutes of rainwater in the collection process?
How does rainwater harvesting help mitigate the effects of drought?
How does rainwater harvesting help mitigate the effects of drought?
What is the recommended treatment for the cistern after every rain in rainwater harvesting?
What is the recommended treatment for the cistern after every rain in rainwater harvesting?
How does rainwater harvesting contribute to reducing flooding in low-lying areas?
How does rainwater harvesting contribute to reducing flooding in low-lying areas?
What is an important consideration for protecting a spring from biological contamination?
What is an important consideration for protecting a spring from biological contamination?
What should be done to obtain satisfactory water from a spring?
What should be done to obtain satisfactory water from a spring?
How can you protect a spring from surface-water pollution?
How can you protect a spring from surface-water pollution?
What should be done if the water flows to the spring head through limestone or similar types of fissured rock channels?
What should be done if the water flows to the spring head through limestone or similar types of fissured rock channels?
