Multiple choice

The major in-stream use of water is for

  1. Production hydroelectric power

  2. Dissolving industrial wastes

  3. Agricultural irrigation

  4. Domestic use

  5. None of these
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Explanation

In-stream water use refers to water utilized without being removed from its source. Hydroelectric power generation is a major in-stream use because water flows through turbines while remaining in the river. Irrigation, domestic use, and waste treatment consume or remove water from streams.

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