Water in the UK (OCR GCSE Geography A (Geographical Themes)): Quizzes
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By what % does the Environment Agency estimate water demand will rise by 2025?
By what % does the Environment Agency estimate water demand will rise by 2025?
5%
By what % has household water usage increased since 1975?
By what % has household water usage increased since 1975?
70%
How many litres of water does the average UK person use per day?
How many litres of water does the average UK person use per day?
150 litres
Which factor is NOT mentioned as causing rising water demand in the UK?
Which factor is NOT mentioned as causing rising water demand in the UK?
Climate change
What water situation is common in the North and West of the UK?
What water situation is common in the North and West of the UK?
Water surplus
What water situation is common in the South and East of the UK?
What water situation is common in the South and East of the UK?
Water deficit
Which is NOT listed as a main source of water in the UK?
Which is NOT listed as a main source of water in the UK?
Desalination plants
What is a disadvantage of water transfers?
What is a disadvantage of water transfers?
They may damage wildlife
What is the purpose of installing water meters?
What is the purpose of installing water meters?
To monitor water usage
What can grey water from sinks and showers be used for?
What can grey water from sinks and showers be used for?
Watering plants and crops
Which benefit of green roofs is NOT mentioned?
Which benefit of green roofs is NOT mentioned?
Provide insulation
What do UK and EU laws aim to limit from factories and farms?
What do UK and EU laws aim to limit from factories and farms?
Runoff into rivers