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What is the term referred to as the water taken up but not returned for reuse?
What is the term referred to as the water taken up but not returned for reuse?
Water consumption
What is a major consequence of deforestation on water resources?
What is a major consequence of deforestation on water resources?
Reduced water tables
What is the primary goal of water resources management?
What is the primary goal of water resources management?
To ensure sustainable use of water
What is the main difference between water use and water consumption?
What is the main difference between water use and water consumption?
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What is a significant cause of deforestation, leading to water consumption and depletion of water resources?
What is a significant cause of deforestation, leading to water consumption and depletion of water resources?
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What are the two main forms of readily available fresh water?
What are the two main forms of readily available fresh water?
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What is the main consequence of deforestation on water resources?
What is the main consequence of deforestation on water resources?
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What is the primary goal of water resources management?
What is the primary goal of water resources management?
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What is the main driver of water overexploitation?
What is the main driver of water overexploitation?
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What is the result of unchecked water consumption?
What is the result of unchecked water consumption?
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What is the primary method by which humans utilize water?
What is the primary method by which humans utilize water?
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What is the term used to describe the process of taking water from groundwater or surface water?
What is the term used to describe the process of taking water from groundwater or surface water?
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What is the primary source of water for human consumption?
What is the primary source of water for human consumption?
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Why is water withdrawal an important aspect of water resources management?
Why is water withdrawal an important aspect of water resources management?
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What is the significance of water withdrawal in the context of water use and consumption?
What is the significance of water withdrawal in the context of water use and consumption?
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Study Notes
Water Consumption
- Water consumption refers to the water that is taken up but not returned for reuse.
Water Use
- Water is used by humans in two ways:
- Water withdrawal: taking water from groundwater or surface water sources.
Water Availability
- The readily available fresh water is in the form of:
- Groundwater
- Surface water
Water Overexploitation
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This quiz covers the topic of water overexploitation, including the forms of readily available fresh water such as groundwater and surface water.
