Countries
In which country is the City of Cape Town located?
South Africa
The gradual wearing away of the Earth's surface due to water, wind, etc.
erosion
Caused by the movement of tectonic plates along fault lines.
earthquakes
When water demand exceeds water supply.
water deficit / water shortage
Which three countries make up the "lithium triangle?"
Chile, Bolivia, and Argentina
In which country is the state of California located?
The United States
When there is not enough water due to lack of rainfall, poor infrastructure, or too much demand.
water scarcity / water shortage
Extended periods of little to no rain, causing water shortage and the death of crops.
Which sector or economic activity uses the most water around the world?
agriculture / farming
For what purpose is lithium primarily used for?
The government of this country is moving its capital from Jakarta to Nusantara.
Indonesia
The process of removing salt from sea water.
desalination
What are two other names for a hurricane?
cyclone / typhoon
The UN estimates that the world's population is growing by ______________ per year. (millions)
80 million
What natural disaster causes the most destruction in Switzerland?
floods
The Ganges River basin is located in this country.
India
A natural underground water storage.
aquifer
What are 2 natural disasters that can cause tsunamis?
earthquakes / underground volcanic eruptions
lithium
What is the name of the body of water in California that is shrinking and experiencing contamination?
The Salton Sea
Which country is featured in the first half of the video, "The Power of Water?"
Mexico
The forced removal of people from an area due to conflict, natural disaster, or infrastructure project.
displacement
Extreme heat waves, long periods of drought, dry vegetation, and lack of water can lead to __________.
wildfires
Which of these is NOT a possible solution to the water crisis: drinkable book, water seer, deep wells, fog catchers, or solar crop.
deep wells
The origin of the Ganges River in India is/are...
The Himalayas / The Himalayan Mountains