Water consumption differences (Edexcel GCSE Geography A): Quizzes
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How much water per year does each person use on average in a developed country?
How much water per year does each person use on average in a developed country?
1200 m³
How many times more water do people in developed countries use compared to developing countries?
How many times more water do people in developed countries use compared to developing countries?
Three times as much
Which sector uses the largest share of water in developed countries?
Which sector uses the largest share of water in developed countries?
Industry
What percentage of water is used for agriculture in developing countries?
What percentage of water is used for agriculture in developing countries?
91%
What percentage of water is used for domestic purposes in developed countries?
What percentage of water is used for domestic purposes in developed countries?
14%
What type of technology do developed countries use in agriculture?
What type of technology do developed countries use in agriculture?
Drip feed sprinklers
How is surplus water often wasted in developing countries' agriculture?
How is surplus water often wasted in developing countries' agriculture?
Through drainage, evaporation & runoff
What type of water system do developed countries have for domestic use?
What type of water system do developed countries have for domestic use?
Extensive piped systems
How do many people in developing countries access water for domestic use?
How do many people in developing countries access water for domestic use?
Communal taps and wells
What is the main industrial use of water in developed countries?
What is the main industrial use of water in developed countries?
Cooling machinery in factories
What types of industries are typical in developing countries?
What types of industries are typical in developing countries?
Small-scale like basket weaving
What percentage of water does Japan use for domestic purposes?
What percentage of water does Japan use for domestic purposes?
19%