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According to the UN estimates, what percentage of the world's population will face water scarcity by 2025?

12%
16%
10%
14% (correct)

Which country is mentioned as being particularly hard hit by water scarcity due to low annual precipitation?

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Oman
Saudi Arabia
UAE (correct)

What is cloud seeding?

A process of desalinating seawater
A method of extracting water from clouds
A weather modification method aimed at increasing precipitation (correct)
A technique for creating artificial clouds

How many countries are mentioned to use cloud seeding technology to combat droughts and extreme weather conditions?

More than 50 (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not mentioned as a substance used in cloud seeding operations in Dubai?

Sulfur (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of dispersing condensation nuclei into clouds during cloud seeding operations?

To accelerate condensation and form water droplets heavy enough to trigger rain (D) Signup and view all the answers

How does the cost of cloud seeding in Dubai compare to the cost of desalinating water?

It costs approximately 60% less than desalinating water (B) Signup and view all the answers

How many cloud seeding flights were conducted in Dubai in 2016?

177 (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary advantage of cloud seeding mentioned in the text?

It is a cost-effective way to increase water supply (B) Signup and view all the answers

How has the number of cloud seeding operations in Dubai changed over time?

It has increased (C) Signup and view all the answers

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