Chapter 5.4 Flashcards
(10 cards)
The world’s water
The earth’s ocean hold 97% of the world’s surface water The other 3% of the earth’s water is fresh water.`
The World’s water
The earth’s ocean holds 97% of the world’s surface water. The other 3% of the earth’s water is fresh water.
Location of fresh water
79% is stored in glaciers and polar ice caps. Unfortunately it is not equally distributed across the earth’s surface.
What is a renewable resource?
A renewable resource is a resource that can be used again and again. Renewable resources should be managed in ways that allow the resource to be used forever.
What is a non-renewable resource?
A non-renewable resource is a resource that cannot be replaced or recycled once it has been used. Non-renewable resource needs to be conserved. The conversation of resources involves managing them carefully.
What is a continuous resource?
A continuous resource is a renewable resource whose availability is not affected by human activity.
What is geothermal power?
Geothermal power is generated by harnessing the earth’s eternal heart.
Why is there water loss?
There is water loss caused by climate, vegetation, soil type and topography
Location of fresh water
79% is stored in glaciers and polar ice caps. Unfortuantely is is not equally distributed across the earth’s surface
What is a renewable resource?
A renewable resource is
