13 questions · 66 marks · ≈ 66 min
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.
Study Fig. 6.1, which shows information about precipitation and evaporation in Los Gatos, an area in California, USA (an MEDC).
Fig. 6.1
(i)
Complete Fig. 6.1 by plotting the following:
The average precipitation in January is 130mm.
(1 mark)
(ii)
Using Fig. 6.1 only, name:
– a month when irrigation will be needed ....................................
– a month when soils may be waterlogged. ....................................
(2 marks)
(iii)
Using Fig. 6.1 only, describe how the relationship between average precipitation and evaporation varies during the year. Use statistics to support your answer.
(3 marks)
Study Fig. 5.1, which is a map showing information about water supply in Africa.
Fig. 5.1
(i)
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 |
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(1 mark)
(ii)
Describe the distribution of areas in Africa with enough water.
(2 marks)
(iii)
Explain why many rural areas in LEDCs have a shortage of water.
(3 marks)
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.
Study Figure 5.1 below which shows a water transfer system used in Madeira.
*Fig 5.1 A water transfer system *
Name one other method of increasing water supplies to an area
State two problems faced by countries with limited access to clean water.
Suggest two disadvantages of a named scheme used to improve water supplies.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Explain two ways in which improving access to clean water can improve the quality of life in LEDCs.
For a named country or area you have studied, describe different methods used to supply clean drinking water to the population.
Name of country ......................................
For a named country or area you have studied, explain how clean water is supplied for domestic use.
Name of country or area................................................
For a named country or area you have studied, explain how clean drinking water is supplied.
Name of country or area ......................................