10 Questions
What is the ultimate source of freshwater in oceanic islands like Grenada?
Precipitation
What percentage of Earth's surface is covered in water?
96%
Which term refers to the process of water vapor turning back into liquid water?
Condensation
What determines how much water people use according to the text?
Their geographic location and the time of year
What is one in eight people lacking access to according to the text?
Clean freshwater
How are lakes and ponds primarily formed according to the text?
By precipitation runoff filling natural basins
What determines the velocity of flowing water in rivers and streams?
Size, shape, and roughness of the channel
In what scenario would a caldera most likely form according to the text?
When a volcano becomes inactive
What term is used to describe the area drained by a river and its tributaries?
Watershed
What does the confluence of rivers refer to based on the text?
A meeting point of two or more rivers
Explore the importance of freshwater resources in Grenada, including water features and sources of fresh water. Learn about distinguishing types of water, surface versus sub-surface water, and the global accessibility of freshwater. Dive into the significance of water for plants, animals, the environment, and biodiversity.
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