U3: L3: Aquifer

Question 1

Define fossil water -

Answer 1

Water that has been trapped in the Ogallala for decades.

Question 2

Define aquifer -

Answer 2

A natural water underground storage

Question 3

Define agriculture -

Answer 3

Growing and breeding of plants and animals for food

Question 4

Define irrigate -

Answer 4

Applying controlled amounts of water to land to allow crops to grow.

Question 5

How will farmers be affected if the Ogallala aquifer dries out?

Answer 5

farmers will struggle to access enough water for their crops, leading to decreased yields.

Question 6

How will consumers be affected if the Ogallala aquifer dries out?

Answer 6

If the Ogallala aquifer dries out, consumers can expect higher food prices, limited product availability, potential changes in food quality,

Question 7

How will the government be affected if the Ogallala aquifer dries out?

Answer 7

A decline in agricultural productivity could lead to job losses in farming and related industries (like food processing and distribution). The government might need to intervene with financial aid or subsidies to support affected farmers and stabilize the economy.

Question 8

How will the people in other countries be affected if the Ogallala aquifer dries out?

Answer 8

If farmers face reduced yields due to water scarcity, there may be less food available for export. This could lead to food shortages in countries