Global Reserves & Potable Water (AQA GCSE Chemistry Combined Science): Flashcards
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Chemical formula of water
Chemical formula of water
Examples of ions dissolved in water
Examples of ions dissolved in water
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Gases dissolved in rainwater
Gases dissolved in rainwater
Oxygen and carbon dioxide
Effect of dissolved in water
Effect of dissolved in water
Lowers the pH of water
Natural pollutants in water
Natural pollutants in water
Microorganisms like bacteria and viruses
Examples of man-made pollutants in water
Examples of man-made pollutants in water
Fertilisers, pesticides, household & industrial waste
Average daily water use per person in UK
Average daily water use per person in UK
150 litres
Definition of drought
Definition of drought
Dry conditions with insufficient rain to replenish supplies
When water shortages occur
When water shortages occur
When demand for water exceeds supply
Industrial use of water
Industrial use of water
Cooling machinery in factories
Agricultural use of water
Agricultural use of water
Growing food on farms
What quality of life depends on (water)
What quality of life depends on (water)
Availability of clean water
Conserving water: washing machines/dishwashers
Conserving water: washing machines/dishwashers
Only use when full
Conserving water: showers vs baths
Conserving water: showers vs baths
Take showers (use less water)
Conserving water: waste water
Conserving water: waste water
Reuse for plants and car washing