Environmental Studies · Geography

Water Conservation and Management

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Water conservation and management questions evaluate techniques for preserving water resources, traditional harvesting methods, and modern irrigation systems. Topics include wastewater treatment, groundwater extraction, and the economic role of wetlands. These concepts are essential for environmental studies and geography exams.

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Water Conservation and Management Questions

Multiple choice evs every drop counts natural cycles and resources water sources around us natural resources - air, water and land

 Which of the following is not a source of potable water?

  1. Well

  2. River

  3. Lake

  4. Sea
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Potable water means drinking water. Well, river and lake contain drinking water as these all contain either rainwater and groundwater which is suitable for drinking. The sea which contains salty water that is not suitable for drinking is not a source of potable water.

Multiple choice map work (world map) world maps geography

In Desert region temporary streams are called ________.

  1. Playas

  2. Wadies

  3. Rivers

  4. All of these
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Wadies (or wadis) are ephemeral riverbeds or streams found in desert regions that remain dry except during periods of heavy rainfall.

Multiple choice social studies precautions for natural disasters tsunami and floods natural disasters and hazards monsoon phenomena and its mechanism major hazards in india and prevention hazards disasters - case studies man made disaster

Variations in a flood can be in _________.

  1. Size

  2. Speed of water flow

  3. Duration

  4. All of these
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Floods are complex events that can vary significantly in their physical characteristics, including the volume of water (size), the velocity of the current, and the duration of the inundation.

Multiple choice evs sources of water water as nutrient basics of water pollution nutrients and deficiency

The pipes which carry the waste waters from the houses is known as

  1. Waste lines

  2. Drainage lines

  3. Water lines

  4. Wastewater lines
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Drainage lines are artificial passageway used to carry the waste water from the houses. It then carries the waste water to the municipal sewage system where it is treated before discharging in water body. Water lines are artificial passageway used to carry the water to the houses.  

Thus, the correct answer is option B.

Multiple choice evs sources of water water as nutrient basics of water pollution nutrients and deficiency

Domestic and municipal supplies of water constitutes percentage of total water consumption

  1. 19%

  2. 11%

  3. 7%

  4. 1.1%
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation
  • Drinking water, also known as potable water, is water that is safe to drink or to use for food preparation.
  • The amount of drinking water required to maintain good health varies, and depends on physical activity level, age, health-related issues, and environmental conditions.
  • Domestic and municipal supplies of water constitute 1.1%  percentage of total water consumption.
  • So,the correct answer is '1.1%'.
Multiple choice evs sources of water water as nutrient basics of water pollution nutrients and deficiency

Many sewer pipelines connect to form the 

  1. Drainage

  2. Wastewater body

  3. Sewerage

  4. All of the above
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Sewerage is the infrastructure that conveys sewage from many sewer pipelines. Drainage is an artificial passageway that carries the waste water from the houses. Sewer pipelines are artificial passageway used to carry the sewage and water water from the drainage system. It then carries the waste water to the municipal sewage system or sewerage.   

Thus, the correct answer is option C.

Multiple choice evs sources of water water as nutrient basics of water pollution nutrients and deficiency

Potable water is the water which is

  1. Obtained from a river.

  2. Obtained from a lake.

  3. Pure and fit for drinking.

  4. Used only for washing clothes.
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Potable water is a water which is fit for consumption by humans and other animals. It is also called as drinking water, in a reference to its intended use. Water may be naturally potable, as is the case with pristine springs, or it may need to be treated in order to be safe. In either instance, the safety of water is assessed with tests which look for potentially harmful contaminants.

Therefore, the correct answer is option C.

Multiple choice evs sources of water water as nutrient basics of water pollution nutrients and deficiency

Maximum use of fresh water is in

  1. Agriculture

  2. Domestic use

  3. Industry

  4. Pisciculture
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Maximum use of fresh water is in agriculture. About 70% of the total fresh water is used in agriculture. About 20% is used for industrial purpose. About 10% of the fresh water is used for domestic and municipal use.

Thus, the correct answer is 'Agriculture.'

Multiple choice social science water a precious resource water harvesting water resources and conservation water management

Water harvesting is

  1. Collection of river water

  2. Collection of rainwater in storage tanks or in the soil to recharge ground water

  3. Harvesting of water from tube walls

  4. All of the above
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Water harvesting is the practice of collecting and storing rainwater or surface runoff for later use, or directing it into the ground to recharge aquifers.

Multiple choice social science water a precious resource water harvesting water resources and conservation water management

Find out about the traditional systems of water harvesting/management in your region.

  1. Tanks

  2. Rainwater

  3. Sea

  4. Holes
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation
In my state, tanks are the traditional water harvesting system. This system ensures groundwater recharge during rainy season and thus ensures around the year availability of drinking water in many villages.
Multiple choice social science water a precious resource water harvesting water resources and conservation water management

Rain water harvesting is a major method implemented for ___________

  1. Water Conservation

  2. Soil Conservation

  3. Forest conservation

  4. Ecological conservation
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Rainwater harvesting is primarily a technique used to collect and store rainwater for future use, which is a fundamental practice for water conservation. It helps recharge groundwater and provides a water source during dry periods.