Water on the Land: Interactive Quizzes and Learning Materials

Question 1

Within a river system, the region of land drained by the river and its tributaries is known as the:

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Catchment area

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Tributary zone

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Floodplain

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Channel network

Question 2

Which process is NOT part of the water cycle?

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Photosynthesis

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Evaporation

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Condensation

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Precipitation

Question 3

Which process changes liquid water into water vapor?

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Evaporation

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Condensation

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Precipitation

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Transpiration

Question 4

At which stage in the water cycle does water vapor transform back into liquid water?

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Condensation

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Evaporation

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Precipitation

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Runoff

Question 5

Which process is NOT involved in the water cycle?

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Sublimation

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Evaporation

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Condensation

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Transpiration

Question 6

Which factor does NOT directly affect the volume of water flowing in a river?

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Temperature of the surrounding air

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Rainfall

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Gradient of the riverbed

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Width of the river channel

Question 7

Which of these factors has the least impact on the flow rate of a river?

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Evaporation

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Rainfall

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Gradient

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Volume of the river

Question 8

Which process leads to the creation of oxbow lakes?

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Meandering

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Deposition

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Erosion

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Transportation

Question 9

Which process is NOT part of the water cycle?

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Photosynthesis

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Evaporation

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Condensation

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Precipitation

Question 10

Which of these processes is NOT part of the water cycle?

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Combustion

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Evaporation

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Condensation

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Runoff

Question 11

Which process is NOT part of the water cycle, which describes the continuous movement and transformation of water on Earth?

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Respiration

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Evaporation

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Condensation

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Precipitation

Question 12

Which process is not directly involved in the movement of water within the water cycle?

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Pollination

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Evaporation

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Infiltration

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Condensation

Question 13

Which of the following is formed when a river erodes its outer bank and deposits sediment on its inner bank?

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A meander

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A waterfall

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An oxbow lake

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A delta

Question 14

What process causes bends or meanders to form in a river?

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Lateral erosion

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Erosion

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Deposition

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Vertical erosion

Question 15

Which of these processes is NOT a natural part of the water cycle?

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Desalination

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Evaporation

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Condensation

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Transpiration

Question 16

Which of the following is NOT a stage in the water cycle?

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Photosynthesis

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Evaporation

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Condensation

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Precipitation

Question 17

How does river erosion change as a river flows from its upper to lower course?

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Erosion is strongest in the upper course due to steeper slopes and faster water flow.

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Erosion is most pronounced in the middle course due to the presence of large rocks and boulders.

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Erosion is most significant in the lower course because of sediment deposition.

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Erosion is the same throughout the entire course of a river.

Question 18

Which of these processes is not part of the water cycle?

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Respiration

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Evaporation

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Condensation

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Transpiration

Question 19

Which of these processes is not directly part of the water cycle?

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Photosynthesis

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Evaporation

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Condensation

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Precipitation

Question 20

Which of these is NOT a sustainable way to manage water resources?

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Allow unlimited water withdrawal from rivers and aquifers

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Reduce water consumption through conservation programs

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Invest in water treatment and purification infrastructure

Question 21

What are the key reasons why managing water resources is crucial?

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To ensure a reliable water supply for communities and industries, preventing shortages.

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To protect aquatic ecosystems and wildlife that rely on water for survival.

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To reduce flood risks and safeguard communities and infrastructure from its impacts.

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To enhance the visual appeal of water bodies, making them more aesthetically pleasing.

Question 22

Groundwater is a vital part of the water cycle. Which statement best describes groundwater?

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Groundwater is stored underground in aquifers and supports ecosystems and human activities.

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Groundwater is only found on the Earth's surface, like in rivers and lakes.

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Groundwater is not impacted by human activities like pollution or over-extraction.

Question 23

After falling from clouds, which water cycle stage involves water returning to the ground?

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Precipitation

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Evaporation

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Condensation

Question 24

Which types of rocks allow water to pass through them easily?

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Sandstone

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Limestone

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Granite

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Clay

Question 25

Which geological process primarily forms the depressions in the Earth's surface where lakes are commonly found?

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Glacial erosion

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River erosion

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Volcanic eruptions

Question 26

What is the term for the continuous movement of water on, above, and below the Earth's surface?

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The water cycle

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Evaporation

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Precipitation

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Runoff

Question 27

Which of the following is an UNLIKELY consequence of a drought?

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Improved water quality

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Crop failures and reduced agricultural yields

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Water shortages and rationing

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Increased risk of wildfires

Question 28

Which of the following best describes evapotranspiration and its role in the water cycle?

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A. Water vapor released into the air from the ground and plants.

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B. Water vapor absorbed by plants from the air.

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C. Water vapor condensing into liquid water in the soil.

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D. Water vapor released into the air from the ground.

Question 29

Water management often involves ethical dilemmas. Discuss the ethical considerations in water resource management, including fairness, long-term use, and justice for future generations.

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Ensuring everyone has access to clean water, regardless of their wealth, is an ethical must.

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Justice for future generations requires us to leave behind enough water resources, even if it means limiting our current use.

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Prioritizing economic benefits over environmental sustainability is ethical for current generations.

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Water conservation and resource preservation should only be done if they don't hurt the economy.

Question 30

Which of the following is NOT a type of precipitation?

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Condensation

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Rain

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Snow

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Hail

Question 31

Which of the following factors does NOT affect the distribution of water on Earth's surface?

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Population density

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Latitude

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Altitude

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Distance from the equator

Question 32

What is the name of the river that flows through London?

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Thames

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Severn

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Mersey

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Clyde

Question 33

What is the purpose of a reservoir?

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To store water for later use

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To generate electricity

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To control flooding

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To provide recreation

Question 34

Which of the following is NOT a sustainable water management practice?

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Building more dams

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Reducing water consumption

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Improving water quality

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Protecting wetlands

Question 35

Which of the following describes the process by which water changes from a liquid to a gas and moves into the atmosphere?

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Evaporation

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Infiltration

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Transpiration

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Condensation

Question 36

What is the name for a large, continuously flowing body of water that empties into an ocean, lake, or another river?

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River

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Lake

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Ocean

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Aquifer

Question 37

What is the process called when sediment is deposited on the inside bank of a river bend?

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Deposition

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Erosion

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Meandering

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Braiding

Question 38

What is the name of the underground layer of rock or soil that stores water?

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Aquifer

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Impervious layer

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Water table

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Permeable layer

Question 39

What is the term for the place where a river flows into a larger body of water, such as an ocean, a lake, or another river?

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Mouth

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Source

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Tributary

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Confluence

Question 40

How could climate change impact the water cycle, and what are the potential consequences for water availability and management?

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Increased evaporation, reduced precipitation in some areas, and altered river flows

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Decreased evaporation, increased precipitation everywhere, and stable river flows

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No significant changes to the water cycle or its implications

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Only positive implications for water availability and management

Question 41

Which of the following is the largest ocean in the world?

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Pacific Ocean

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Atlantic Ocean

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Indian Ocean

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Arctic Ocean

Question 42

What is the term for the area of land drained by a river and its tributaries?

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Catchment

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Estuary

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Delta

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Reservoir

Question 43

Which of the following is NOT a challenge facing water management in the UK?

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Abundant water supply

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Climate change

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Pollution

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Overuse

Question 44

Which factors determine the formation and characteristics of river deltas?

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Velocity, sediment load, and river mouth shape

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Temperature, salinity, and water depth

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Climate, vegetation, and human activity

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Rainfall, erosion, and deposition

Question 45

What is the name of the area of land drained by a river and its tributaries?

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Basin

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Channel

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Delta

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Floodplain

Question 46

Which factor does NOT affect the discharge of a river?

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Evaporation

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Rainfall

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Gradient

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Permeability of the river bed

Question 47

What is the name of the point where a river meets the sea?

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Mouth

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Source

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Tributary

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Meander

Question 48

What is the process by which water evaporates from the Earth's surface and condenses to form clouds?

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Evaporation

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Precipitation

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Transpiration

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Condensation

Question 49

Where is most of the freshwater on Earth stored?

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Glaciers and ice caps

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Oceans

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Lakes and rivers

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Groundwater

Question 50

What is the process by which water is transferred from the Earth's surface to the atmosphere?

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Evaporation

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Condensation

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Precipitation

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Runoff

Question 51

What is the main source of groundwater?

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Infiltration of rainwater into the ground

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Surface runoff

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Condensation

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Evaporation

Question 52

What is the device used to measure the velocity of flowing water called?

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Current meter

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Barometer

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Thermometer

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Anemometer

Question 53

What is the process by which water turns from a liquid to a gas?

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Evaporation

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Condensation

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Precipitation

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Transpiration

Question 54

What is the term for the underground layer of water that can be accessed through wells and boreholes?

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Aquifer

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Reservoir

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Basin

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Spring

Question 55

Which of the following is a major river in the United Kingdom?

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River Thames

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River Seine

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River Rhine

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River Nile

Question 56

What is the process by which sediment is carried downstream by a river?

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Transportation

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Erosion

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Deposition

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Meandering

Question 57

What is the name of the international agreement that aims to protect the marine environment from pollution?

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The MARPOL Convention

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The Paris Agreement

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The Kyoto Protocol

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The Montreal Protocol

Question 58

How can water scarcity impact the interactions between different groups and regions?

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Water scarcity can both cause conflicts and foster cooperation.

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Water scarcity always leads to conflicts.

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Water scarcity has no effect on relationships between groups.

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Water scarcity only affects developing countries.

Question 59

What is a key challenge in managing water resources?

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Meeting the needs of different groups who use water

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Forecasting how much water will be needed in the future

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Keeping water clean from pollution

Question 60

What is the name of a large, natural body of standing water that is usually fed by a river?

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Lake

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Swamp

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Ocean

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Pond

Question 61

What is the process by which plants release water vapor into the atmosphere?

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Transpiration

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Infiltration

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Evaporation

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Condensation

Question 62

Which of the following could be a consequence of over-extraction of groundwater?

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Land subsidence

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Reduced flooding

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Improved water quality

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Increased water flow

Question 63

What is the main factor that influences the uneven distribution of water resources around the globe?

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Variations in climate and geography

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Level of economic development

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Human population density

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Political conflicts

Question 64

Which of the following is NOT a key component of the water cycle?

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Photosynthesis

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Condensation

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Evaporation

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Precipitation