Water as a Resource Quiz

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What is the temperature range of the water in Witjira-Dalhousie Springs?

20-25 °C

30-32 °C

34-38 °C (correct)

40-45 °C

How did the springs benefit the Lower Southern Arrente people?

Used for rituals only

Provided shelter only

Source of food, shelter, and medicine (correct)

Served as a trading hub

What process forms a mound spring like those found in the area?

Volcanic activity

Glacial erosion

Karst topography

Artesian water bringing up minerals and sediments (correct)

What is the Dreaming in First Nations spirituality primarily about?

Creation, cycles of life and nature, rituals, and traditions Signup and view all the answers

Why were the springs important for trade and communication?

Part of an important network of trading and communication routes Signup and view all the answers

What natural basin feeds the thermal waters of Witjira-Dalhousie Springs?

Great Artesian Basin Signup and view all the answers

What do environmental resources refer to?

Materials extracted from Earth necessary for survival Signup and view all the answers

Which resource is represented by a small blue sphere with a diameter of 1385 kilometers?

Earth's water Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of using Earth's resources carefully?

To ensure current and future populations have adequate supplies Signup and view all the answers

Why do humans depend on resources extracted from Earth?

To survive, produce food, and supply necessary materials Signup and view all the answers

How are renewable and non-renewable resources classified?

Based on whether they can be replenished in our lifetime Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to discuss which environmental resources have an unlimited supply?

To understand the sustainability of different resources Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the targets for Goal 6 by 2030?

Providing universal access to affordable drinking water Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the objectives related to water quality under Goal 6?

Minimizing release of hazardous chemicals Signup and view all the answers

Which geographical feature is mentioned in relation to protecting and restoring water-related ecosystems under Goal 6?

Mountains Signup and view all the answers

What does Goal 6 aim to substantially reduce in terms of people?

People suffering from water scarcity Signup and view all the answers

Which circle indicates the percentage range of the global population with access to improved sanitation facilities in 2015?

Tropic of Capricorn Signup and view all the answers

What is one goal related to sanitation and hygiene under Goal 6 by 2030?

Ending open defecation, especially focusing on women and girls Signup and view all the answers

According to the figure, what percentage of water is used for industrial purposes in South-East Asia?

12% Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about water usage in Australia is correct?

Around 70% of fresh water is used for irrigation in farming. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a source of irrigation water in Australia?

Oceans Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason for Australia's high water usage in agriculture?

Both a) and b) Signup and view all the answers

What is mentioned about water usage in manufacturing industries in Australia?

Most water is used to produce food, beverages, and paper. Signup and view all the answers

According to the figure, which region has the highest percentage of water used for domestic purposes?

Africa Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary method suggested in the passage for moving water from areas of high rainfall to areas of low rainfall?

Use pipes to move the water Signup and view all the answers

Which irrigation method is said to save the most water according to the passage?

Use drip irrigation on all crops Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason given in the passage for why some countries can suffer reduced access to water?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the passage as a water management practice?

Increasing the price of water to homes Signup and view all the answers

What is the approximate percentage of water that some irrigation systems are said to waste in the passage?

70% Signup and view all the answers

According to the passage, which of the following uses the greatest amount of water in Australia?

Agriculture Signup and view all the answers