Water Resources Quiz - Senior High School Module 9
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Water Resources Quiz - Senior High School Module 9

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What percentage of Earth's water is freshwater?

  • 10%
  • 1%
  • 3% (correct)
  • 5%

    • Rivers account for the largest source of surface freshwater.

    False

    What are the rocks that store and transmit groundwater called?

    aquifers

    Rainwater can be collected as surface water or __________ water.

    <p>underground</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following water sources with their characteristics:

    <p>Surface Water = Found in oceans, rivers, lakes Underground Water = Stored in aquifers Groundwater = Obtained through digging wells Rainwater = Can be collected on the surface</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which man-made water source is mentioned as being used in Balayan, Batangas?

    <p>Hand-pumps</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Only a small portion of freshwater is available for human, plant, and animal life.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for water that sprouts out from high pressure in the ground?

    <p>springs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the main effects of water scarcity mentioned in the passage?

    <p>Rise in unemployment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    People used to drink more water in the past compared to now.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What have people started using instead of a sewerage system due to water scarcity?

    <p>Septic tanks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The average life expectancy mentioned in the passage is ____ years.

    <p>35</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was often ignored in the past regarding water consumption?

    <p>Water conservation efforts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following conditions with their consequences:

    <p>Water scarcity = Employment in desalination plants Dehydration = Horrible outside appearance Ultraviolet radiation = Increase in skin cancer Air quality deterioration = Expulsion from ventilated zones</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Desalination plants are no longer a source of employment.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What alternative currency is mentioned for paying for air?

    <p>137 cubic meters per day per adult person</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is Earth known as the blue planet?

    <p>It appears bright blue from space because it is covered with water.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of Earth's water is saltwater?

    <p>71%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Freshwater is more plentiful than groundwater.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name one source of freshwater on Earth.

    <p>Ice caps and glaciers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Water from a river, lake, or freshwater wetland is called __________.

    <p>surface water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements is true regarding freshwater and groundwater?

    <p>Statements I and III are true.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The types of water that are needed for agricultural purposes EXCEPT:

    <p>Saline water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms with their definitions:

    <p>Saltwater = Water found in oceans and seas Freshwater = Water suitable for drinking and irrigation Groundwater = Water located underground in aquifers Surface water = Water found on the surface of the Earth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of Filipino families have an improved source of drinking water according to the 2017 APIS?

    <p>94%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Residents in urban areas are more likely to have an unimproved source of drinking water than those in rural areas.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one common method families use to ensure their drinking water is safe?

    <p>Water treatment methods or filtration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Families using bottled water for drinking must ensure cooking water comes from an ___ source.

    <p>improved</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the water sources with their classifications:

    <p>Boreholes = Underground Water Dug wells = Surface Water Protected springs = Surface Water Rainwater = Saline Water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the likelihood of a family in rural areas using an unimproved source of drinking water?

    <p>9.1%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Groundwater is considered to be completely separated from surface water.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name one way students can help in the preservation of water supply?

    <p>Conserving water or raising awareness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement regarding water resources is NOT true?

    <p>Fresh water is a non-renewable resource.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Most of the water on Earth is freshwater.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of freshwater on Earth is contained in icecaps and glaciers?

    <p>About 68%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The body of saltwater that covers about 71% of Earth is called the __________.

    <p>ocean</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is surface water considered the most important water resource?

    <p>It is often readily accessible.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of water is found in rivers, glaciers, ice sheets, and underground that contains little to no salt?

    <p>Freshwater</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary form of freshwater on Earth?

    <p>Groundwater</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Surface water is water in a river, lake or __________.

    <p>freshwater wetland</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percent of Earth's water is salt water?

    <p>97%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Surface water includes rivers, lakes, and swamps.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name a man-made source of water that is commonly used for irrigation.

    <p>dam</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Water collected from precipitation that reaches the ground is known as __________.

    <p>ground water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of a source of water from the ground?

    <p>aquifer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    It is not important to check faucets for leaks if you are not paying the water bill.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following types of water pollution with their examples:

    <p>oil spill = a type of water pollution caused by leakage of oil fish waste = a natural source of pollution affecting water quality sand from beaches = can contribute to water turbidity people swimming from the ocean = can affect water cleanliness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    List one effective way to conserve water.

    <p>Check faucet and pipes for leaks.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Module 9: CO_Q1_ESS SHS

    • Alternative Delivery Mode (ADM)
    • Department of Education (DepEd)
    • Curriculum is for Senior High School (SHS)

    What I Know (Page 2)

    • Earth is called the blue planet because it is covered with water.
    • Most of the water on Earth is saltwater.
    • Earth's water is approximately 71%.
    • Freshwater comes from ice caps, glaciers, and groundwater.
    • Water needed for agriculture includes rainwater, surface water, and groundwater, not saline water.

    Additional Information (Page 3, 10)

    • Improved water sources are from piped water, tube wells, protected dug wells, protected spring.
    • 94% Filipino families have improved drinking water sources, 97% in urban and 91% in rural areas.
    • Many people do not treat their water, which can be detrimental to health.
    • Water is very important for human life.

    Water Resources on Earth (Page 4)

    • Water is a valuable natural resource, existing as fresh and saltwater.
    • Water covers approximately 70% of Earth's surface.

    Questions (Page 5)

    • How was this image taken?
    • What do you see on earth from space?
    • Do you think there is more land or water on Earth? Why?

    Letter Written in the Year 2070 (Page 6)

    • 2070 letter describes scarcity of water.
    • Water is scarce and very expensive, with serious health impacts
    • The quality of water and environment are severely impacted.

    Various Water Resources on Earth (Page 7)

    • Water covers most of the Earth's surface.
    • Current water conditions are grim, causing physical and physiological deformities.
    • Significant changes are observed in the environment, specifically to water, including changes in precipitation, temperatures, and seasons..

    What is It (Page 8)

    • Nearly three-fourths of the Earth's surface is water (most in the oceans).
    • Water is a natural resource used for agriculture, household, recreation, and environmental activities.
    • Natural sources include rainwater, oceans, rivers, lakes, ponds, and springs.
    • Man-made sources include dams, wells, tube wells, hand-pumps, and canals.
    • The two main sources of water are surface water and groundwater.

    Water Distribution on Earth (Page 9)

    • Oceans contain most of the world's water, which is saline.
    • Freshwater accounts for only a small percentage of the total water on Earth.
    • Most freshwater is found in ice caps and glaciers, or underground.
    • Rivers, lakes, and swamps are relatively smaller freshwater sources.

    Sources of Drinking Water (Page 10)

    • Conserving water is essential for health and household tasks.
    • Improved sources of drinking water include piped water, tube wells, boreholes, protected dug wells, protected springs.
    • Drinking water sources are assessed regularly.

    What's More (Page 11)

    • Figure 6 depicts various water bodies in the Philippines.
    • Classify water sources as saline, groundwater, and surface water.

    What I Have Learned (Page 11)

    • Summarize how water is distributed on Earth.
    • Explain the relationship between groundwater and surface water.
    • Discuss responsible water resource management.

    What I Can Do (Page 12)

    • Create a slogan with the theme, "Water as a universal need."

    Assessment (Pages 13-14)

    • Identify facts about fresh water.
    • Define the terms: groundwater, surface water.
    • Determine types of water resources and uses.
    • Address concerns about water conservation.
    • Explain the significance of water conservation/preservation.

    Answer Key (Page 15)

    • Provided answers for What I Know, What's More, and Assessment.

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    Test your knowledge about Earth's water resources and their importance in daily life. This quiz covers key concepts such as the distribution of saltwater and freshwater, improved water sources, and the significance of water for agriculture and health. Perfect for Senior High School students studying this vital topic.

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