Water around the World
Is freshwater evenly distributed around the world?
No, it is unevenly distributed.
What do humans need water for?
Drinking, cooking, washing, farming
Name 1 economic value of water
Agriculture, Hydropower, Tourism, Mining and industry
What hazard can happen after very heavy rainfall?
Flood
What is the largest ocean in the world?
Pacific Ocean
Name one place where freshwater can be found.
Rivers, lakes, glaciers or groundwater.
What is water security?
Having reliable access to enough safe water.
What type of value does water have when farmers use it to grow crops to sell?
Economic value.
Is a flood a hydrological hazard?
Yes
What is groundwater?
Water stored underground.
What is one reason some places have more water than others?
They receive more rainfall.
Name one cause of water scarcity.
Drought, low rainfall, population growth or overuse.
What type of value can water have when it is important to a culture or religion?
Cultural or spiritual value.
What can happen to rivers after lots of rain?
They can rise and flood.
What instrument measures rainfall?
Rain gauge.
What does water scarcity mean?
Not having enough water to meet needs.
What can happen if a population grows but its water supply stays the same?
Water demand increases and water shortages may occur.
Name one recreational use of water.
Swimming, fishing, boating or surfing.
Name is a Hydrological/ Atmospherical hazard
Flood, drought, hurricane, tornado, Cyclone, Typhoon
What percentage of Earth's surface is covered by water?
About 70%
Name one thing that can increase the demand for water.
Population growth, farming or industry.
Name one way we can improve water security.
Recycling water, desalination, water conservation or improving infrastructure.
Can water have more than one value at the same time?
Yes
Name possible effect of heavy rainfall.
Flooding, erosion, landslides or increased river flow.
How much of Earth's freshwater can we access?
Less than 1%