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What does the term 'quality' refer to when applied to water?
What does the term 'quality' refer to when applied to water?
- The economic value of water
- Only the chemical composition of water
- Physical, chemical, and biological characteristics of water (correct)
- Only the physical characteristics of water
Which factor can negatively affect the soil if salinity levels concentrate over time?
Which factor can negatively affect the soil if salinity levels concentrate over time?
- Disposal from poultry farms
- Sewage dispersion
- High water table (correct)
- Industrial pollution
What are among the most significant sources affecting the quality of water due to human use?
What are among the most significant sources affecting the quality of water due to human use?
- Type and characteristics of the rock
- Type and quality of the water transmission zone
- Disposal from poultry farms (correct)
- Salinity of the groundwater
What type of water can be of poor quality for irrigation?
What type of water can be of poor quality for irrigation?
What is essential to assess when considering whether or not to incorporate irrigation as a farming practice?
What is essential to assess when considering whether or not to incorporate irrigation as a farming practice?