Water Distribution
The majority (96%) of Earth’s water is found in these.
oceans
The process where water turns into vapor due to heat.
evaporation
This sector uses the most water worldwide.
agriculture
This problem happens when harmful substances enter water supplies.
pollution
Turning off the tap while brushing your teeth is an example of this.
water conservation
This type of water makes up only 2.5% of Earth’s total water supply.
freshwater
Water vapor cools and turns into tiny droplets in the sky.
condensation
This type of water use includes factories, power plants, and cooling systems.
industrial use
Overusing water from an aquifer can lead to this.
depletion
This method helps reduce pollution by controlling waste disposal.
pollution control
The largest freshwater reserves are found in these frozen forms.
glaciers and ice caps
Rain, snow, sleet, or hail falling from the sky is called this.
precipitation
Drinking, cooking, and bathing fall under this category.
domestic use
This environmental issue causes rising temperatures and water shortages.
climate change
Protecting these natural areas helps clean and store water.
wetlands and forests
Water stored underground in rock layers is called this.
groundwater
he process where water soaks into the ground.
infiltration
A system that brings water to crops in dry areas.
irrigation
Too much salt in soil or water due to irrigation can cause this.
salinization
This type of irrigation saves water by delivering it directly to plant roots.
irrigation
Name the two main rivers that supply water to Uzbekistan
What are the Amu Darya and Syr Darya?
Water moving across the surface into rivers and lakes
runoff
The practice of using water wisely to ensure future availability.
conservation
This once-large body of water in Central Asia has been shrinking due to overuse.
Aral Sea
Educating people about water issues is part of this strategy.
awareness and education