6 Questions
Which of the following statements is true about the distribution of fresh water?
Fresh water distribution is influenced by latitude, climate, and topography.
What percentage of Ethiopia's total land mass is covered by water bodies?
0.7%
What is Ethiopia's estimated surface water potential, as studied in different integrated river basin master plans?
124.4 billion cubic meters (BCM)
Which of the following factors contributed to Ethiopia having a larger volume of ground and surface water?
Diverse topography and relatively higher rainfall
What term is used to refer to Ethiopia due to its abundant water resources?
The water tower of Eastern Africa
Which of the following types of water are considered surface waters?
Water in lakes, rivers, atmosphere, soils, and wetlands
Learn about the uneven distribution of fresh water in lakes, rivers, atmosphere, soils, and wetlands around the world. Explore how topographic setups in various regions affect the availability of surface waters. This quiz text mentions the unique topographic features of Ethiopia as an example.
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