changing demand of water Flashcards
1
Q
define water surplus
A
the demand for water is lower than the supply
2
Q
define water deficit
A
the demand for water is higher than the supply
3
Q
what are the 4 causes for water demand in the UK
A
houses being built
population increase
more domestic appliances
agricultural demands
4
Q
what is needed for houses to be built
A
freshwater for cement production for new homes/manufacting
5
Q
what is needed for population increase
A
demand for water is increasing since more people moving into the UK
6
Q
what is needed for domestic appliances
A
wealth increasing, people can afford appliances, eg: washing machines/dishwashers requiring a lot of money
7
Q
what is needed for agricultural demands
A
more food growing in greenhouses to make out of season foods- more water needed
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