Asked by itzel valenzuela on May 22, 2024
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Which two uses consume most freshwater in the United States?
A) drinking water and showering
B) mining and raising livestock
C) irrigation and drinking water
D) mining and industrial use
E) thermoelectric power and irrigation
Thermoelectric Power
Thermoelectric power refers to electricity generated by converting heat energy directly into electric energy through the use of thermoelectric materials which create voltage when there is a difference in temperature.
Irrigation
A method for supplying water to agricultural crops by artificial means to support their growth.
Livestock
Domesticated animals raised in an agricultural setting to produce commodities such as meat, milk, wool, and leather.
- Identify the major freshwater sources and their uses.
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Paloma Arceo-ValenciaMay 27, 2024
Final Answer :
E
Explanation :
The two largest uses of freshwater in the United States are for thermoelectric power generation and irrigation. Thermoelectric power generation uses water to cool power plants, while irrigation is the application of water to crops to assist in their growth.
Learning Objectives
- Identify the major freshwater sources and their uses.