10 Questions
What percentage of Earth's water is accessible for human use?
Only a small portion
Where is nearly two-thirds of Earth's fresh water stored?
In the polar ice caps, snow packs, and glaciers
What factors influence the rate of evaporation at the ocean surface?
Sea surface temperature, surface winds, and air temperature
What are atmospheric rivers?
Low-lying regions of the atmosphere with high moisture and strong winds that transport water horizontally
How do clouds help regulate temperature on Earth?
Clouds act as insulators in the atmosphere, shielding the Earth from the Sun and trapping heat from below
What factors contribute to the growth and intensification of storms?
Atmospheric moisture, surface temperatures, and wind patterns contribute to the growth and intensification of storms.
How does precipitation vary geographically and over time?
Precipitation can vary substantially from place to place and from season to season and year to year.
Where is water stored after falling on the land surface as precipitation?
Water is stored within snow packs, lakes, reservoirs, soils, and underground aquifers after falling on the land surface as precipitation.
How does the availability of water affect vegetation and the primary source of food?
The availability of water affects the type and abundance of vegetation, which serves as the primary source of food for animals and people.
What are the impacts of extreme water cycle variability on humans worldwide?
Extreme water cycle variability, such as unusually dry or wet conditions, can have significant impacts on humans worldwide, including hazards like floods that exact a costly economic and human toll.
Test your knowledge about Earth's fresh water resources and learn about its importance for sustaining life. Explore the amount and storage locations of fresh water on our planet in this informative quiz.
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