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Many of the ______ that supply 90 percent of the nation’s water systems, and which have transformed vast stretches of America into some of the world’s most bountiful farmland, are being severely depleted
Many of the ______ that supply 90 percent of the nation’s water systems, and which have transformed vast stretches of America into some of the world’s most bountiful farmland, are being severely depleted
aquifers
These declines are threatening irreversible harm to the American economy and society as a ______
These declines are threatening irreversible harm to the American economy and society as a ______
whole
The New York Times conducted a months-long examination of ______ depletion
The New York Times conducted a months-long examination of ______ depletion
groundwater
Huge industrial farms and sprawling cities are draining ______ that could take centuries or millenniums to replenish themselves
Huge industrial farms and sprawling cities are draining ______ that could take centuries or millenniums to replenish themselves
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The investigation reveals how America’s life-giving resource is being exhausted in much of the country, and in many cases it won’t ______ back
The investigation reveals how America’s life-giving resource is being exhausted in much of the country, and in many cases it won’t ______ back
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Study Notes
Water Supply and Depletion
- A significant portion of the nation's water systems, responsible for 90% of supply, is at risk of severe depletion.
- The depletion of these water sources threatens irreversible damage to the American economy and society as a whole.
- A thorough investigation by The New York Times focused on the depletion of critical water resources.
Impact of Agriculture and Urbanization
- Large industrial farms and expanding urban areas are major contributors to the depletion of these essential water supplies.
- The affected water sources may take centuries or even millennia to naturally replenish.
Consequences of Water Resource Exhaustion
- Many regions in America are experiencing critical depletion of vital water resources.
- In several instances, the depletion may not be reversible, potentially leading to long-term consequences for agriculture and water availability.
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Quiz: Test your knowledge on the depletion of aquifers and its impact on water systems and farmland in the US.
