Water Insecurity Flashcards
1
Q
What proportion of the world’s population lives in areas receiving only 25% of the world’s annual rainfall?
A
66%
2
Q
Which rivers supply water to Las Vegas in the Nevada desert?
A
Mississippi, Colorado, and Mead rivers
3
Q
Define water stress.
A
Water Stress: Less than 1700m³ per capita
4
Q
Define water scarcity.
A
Water Scarcity: Less than 1000m³ per capita
5
Q
Define absolute water scarcity.
A
Absolute Water Scarcity: Less than 500m³ per capita
