Water resources
Edexcel GCSE Geography revision on Water resources. Aligned to the Pearson Edexcel GCSE Geography B 1GB0 specification. This bank has 10 practice questions on this topic.
Sample questions (3 of 10)
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Question 1
Which term describes a situation where the demand for water exceeds the available supply in a region?
- A) Water surplus
- B) Water stress
- C) Water conservation
- D) Water neutrality
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Answer: Water stress
Water stress is a key concept in geography referring to the difficulty of obtaining sources of fresh water for use. It often occurs in regions with low precipitation or high population density, leading to the depletion of local resources.
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Question 2
What is the name of the process where water is moved from an area of surplus to an area of deficit?
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Answer: Water transfer
Water transfer involves the construction of pipes, canals, and tunnels to transport water across long distances. This is often done to support agricultural or industrial needs in regions that suffer from chronic water shortages.
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Question 3
Which of the following is a primary cause of water pollution in the UK?
- A) Increased solar radiation
- B) Leaching of fertilisers from farmland
- C) Reduced urbanisation
- D) Increased natural evaporation
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Answer: Leaching of fertilisers from farmland
When farmers apply fertilisers to crops, excess nutrients like nitrates can be washed into rivers and groundwater during rainfall. This process, known as leaching, can lead to eutrophication, which damages aquatic ecosystems and reduces water quality.
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