40.10 - Case Studies and Regional Examples
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Practice Questions
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What is one major consequence of groundwater over-extraction?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens when there is too little freshwater.
What type of contamination arises from using untreated sewage for irrigation?
💡 Hint: Consider what harmful substances can be present in sewage.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is a primary effect of over-extraction of groundwater in Punjab?
💡 Hint: Consider what too much extraction means for soil health.
True or False: Untreated sewage can be safely used for irrigation without any treatment.
💡 Hint: Think about what’s in sewage before it can be used safely.
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Challenge Problems
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Evaluate a farming community facing salinity issues and propose a detailed plan to improve water quality for irrigation.
💡 Hint: Consider all the factors affecting both soil and crop health.
Discuss the long-term impacts of using untreated sewage for irrigation and how it affects local ecosystems.
💡 Hint: Think about how contaminants can move through an ecosystem.
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