Water in the UK (OCR GCSE Geography A (Geographical Themes)): Flashcards
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Predicted % rise in UK water demand by 2025
Predicted % rise in UK water demand by 2025
5%
% increase in household water use since 1975
% increase in household water use since 1975
70%
Daily water use per person in UK (litres)
Daily water use per person in UK (litres)
150 litres
Daily water use per person in Africa (litres)
Daily water use per person in Africa (litres)
47 litres
Water status in North & West UK
Water status in North & West UK
Water surplus
Water status in South & East UK
Water status in South & East UK
Water deficit
North & West UK: rainfall & population levels
North & West UK: rainfall & population levels
High rainfall, fewer people
South & East UK: rainfall & population levels
South & East UK: rainfall & population levels
Less rainfall, more people
Main water sources in UK (3 types)
Main water sources in UK (3 types)
Rivers, reservoirs, groundwater aquifers
Water transfers definition
Water transfers definition
Nationwide grid moving water from surplus to deficit areas
Purpose of water meters
Purpose of water meters
Monitor water usage
Grey water recycling definition
Grey water recycling definition
Using waste water from sinks/showers for plants/crops
Benefits of green roofs (3)
Benefits of green roofs (3)
Filter pollutants, prevent flooding, combat climate change