Changing water use (Edexcel GCSE Geography A): Quizzes
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Which developing region saw the largest increase in water consumption from 1900 onwards?
Which developing region saw the largest increase in water consumption from 1900 onwards?
Asia
By what year were North America and Europe already developed with stable water use?
By what year were North America and Europe already developed with stable water use?
1980
Which continent maintains the lowest water consumption levels with minimal changes from 1900-2025?
Which continent maintains the lowest water consumption levels with minimal changes from 1900-2025?
Oceania and Australia
From which decade did Africa and South America show gradual increases in water consumption?
From which decade did Africa and South America show gradual increases in water consumption?
1970s
What is a key industrial use of water during manufacturing processes?
What is a key industrial use of water during manufacturing processes?
Cooling down heavy machinery
Approximately how many litres of water does a washing machine use per wash cycle?
Approximately how many litres of water does a washing machine use per wash cycle?
80 litres
How much water does a dishwasher use per cycle?
How much water does a dishwasher use per cycle?
35 litres
How much water do individuals use daily for personal hygiene in a 'showering society'?
How much water do individuals use daily for personal hygiene in a 'showering society'?
8 litres
Which leisure facility requires constant irrigation to maintain its appearance?
Which leisure facility requires constant irrigation to maintain its appearance?
Golf courses
Is the relationship between economic development and water consumption linear?
Is the relationship between economic development and water consumption linear?
No, it isn't linear
Is water consumption growth simply proportional to population growth?
Is water consumption growth simply proportional to population growth?
No, it isn't simply proportional
What effect do the five water use factors create when combined in developing countries?
What effect do the five water use factors create when combined in developing countries?
Multiplier effect