Study Fig. 5.2, which is a map showing information about the percentage of the population in each country with access to clean drinking water.
Describe the distribution of countries where 75% or less of the population have access to clean drinking water.
Did this page help you?
Study Fig. 6.1, which shows information about precipitation and evaporation in Los Gatos, an area in California, USA (an MEDC).
Fig. 6.1
Complete Fig. 6.1 by plotting the following:
The average precipitation in January is 130mm.
[1]
Using Fig. 6.1 only, name:
– a month when irrigation will be needed ....................................
– a month when soils may be waterlogged. ....................................
[2]
Did this page help you?
Study Fig. 5.1, which is a map showing information about water supply in Africa.
Fig. 5.1
Identify from Fig. 5.1 the area which is likely to experience the most difficulty supplying water to its population.
Circle the correct answer below.
| X | Y | Z |
[1]
Did this page help you?
Study Fig. 5.2, which is a map showing information about the Casier Sud water project in Southeast Asia.
Fig. 5.2
Describe the location of the Casier Sud water project.
Did this page help you?
For a named country or area you have studied, describe different methods used to supply clean drinking water to the population.
Name of country ......................................
[7]
Did this page help you?
For a named country or area you have studied, explain how clean water is supplied for domestic use.
Name of country or area................................................
[7]
Did this page help you?
For a named country or area you have studied, explain how clean drinking water is supplied.
Name of country or area ......................................
[7]
Did this page help you?
Study Fig. 5.2, which is a map showing information about the percentage of the population in each country with access to clean drinking water.
Explain how poor water supply may affect the development of a country.
Did this page help you?
Study Fig. 6.1, which shows information about precipitation and evaporation in Los Gatos, an area in California, USA (an MEDC).
Fig. 6.1
Suggest how water supply can be managed in areas such as California to ensure that it is available all year round.
[4]
Did this page help you?
Study Fig. 5.1, which is a map showing information about water supply in Africa.
Fig. 5.1
Explain why it is important to increase the supply of clean water in rural areas in LEDCs.
Did this page help you?
Study Fig. 5.2, which is a map showing information about the Casier Sud water project in Southeast Asia.
Fig. 5.2
Explain how the Casier Sud water project is likely to improve agricultural production in the area.
Did this page help you?