Asked by Karim velasquez on May 08, 2024
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What is the name for water scarcity that occurs when precipitation is lower than normal,and evaporation is higher than normal?
A) water stress
B) aridity
C) desiccation
D) drought
Water Scarcity
A situation in which the available water resources are insufficient to meet the demands of a region.
Precipitation
Any form of water - liquid or solid - falling from the atmosphere to the Earth's surface, including rain, snow, sleet, and hail.
Evaporation
The process by which water transforms from a liquid to a gas or vapor state, often driven by heat from the sun, playing a critical role in the water cycle.
- Understand the underlying causes and resultant outcomes of limited water availability.
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Pierre GerlenskeyMay 15, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Drought is the term used for water scarcity that occurs when precipitation is lower than normal and evaporation is higher than normal. Water stress refers to the overall scarcity of water in a region or community. Aridity refers to the naturally dry conditions of a region. Desiccation refers to the drying out of a specific area or organism.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the underlying causes and resultant outcomes of limited water availability.