Water USE
the humans need water to function and not get sick the earth is 97% saltwater. the water in your body does not stay CONSTANT. four COUNTRY'S brazil, canada , china, united states, hold almost half of the earths renewable of fresh water. people INDUSTRIES wildlife and ENVIRONMENt.
How Do You Depend On Water?
There are direct (domestic or personal use) and indirect (industrial and agricultural) ways that humans use water. Many indirect uses can have negative effects on Earth's water supply. There are benefits and costs to using water.
Water Use | Direct/Indirect | Benefit (+) | Cost (-) |
---|---|---|---|
Agriculture 73% |
Indirect | Food Economy Jobs |
Soil salinity Decreases Vegetation Depletes groundwater supply |
Industry (Coolant, solvent, washing, diluting, pollutants) 22% |
Indirect | Jobs Consumer Products and Services |
Pollution Contributor Depletes ground water supply |
Domestic 5% |
Direct | Convenience Jobs |
Cost |