UK and China (Edexcel GCSE Geography A): Quizzes
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What is the UK's primary water challenge?
What is the UK's primary water challenge?
Uneven distribution of water resources
Which UK regions receive abundant rainfall?
Which UK regions receive abundant rainfall?
North and west
Why do UK water companies install water meters?
Why do UK water companies install water meters?
Monitor usage and encourage conservation
What does 'water neutrality' mean in UK water management?
What does 'water neutrality' mean in UK water management?
New developments use no more water than before
Which appliance must UK new homes include for water efficiency?
Which appliance must UK new homes include for water efficiency?
Dual-flush toilets
How many Chinese cities currently experience water supply difficulties?
How many Chinese cities currently experience water supply difficulties?
669 cities
When did China begin developing comprehensive urban water management strategies?
When did China begin developing comprehensive urban water management strategies?
2011
What is a key pillar of China's water strategy?
What is a key pillar of China's water strategy?
Environmental protection of water sources
What percentage of wastewater does Beijing now recycle?
What percentage of wastewater does Beijing now recycle?
85%
What irrigation technology do Chinese rice fields use to minimise water waste?
What irrigation technology do Chinese rice fields use to minimise water waste?
Micro-sprinkler technology
What farming technique helps Chinese soil retain moisture naturally?
What farming technique helps Chinese soil retain moisture naturally?
Spreading straw
How does the UK approach differ from China's water management?
How does the UK approach differ from China's water management?
UK focuses on regulatory approaches
What is essential for successful water management in both countries?
What is essential for successful water management in both countries?
Coordination between govt, sector & people