2.3.2 - Desalination and Water Production
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What is desalination?
💡 Hint: Think about how we convert ocean water into fresh water.
Name one method of desalination.
💡 Hint: Recall the type that uses temperature differences.
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What is the primary purpose of desalination?
💡 Hint: Think about water scarcity.
OTEC stands for?
💡 Hint: Recall the full form of the acronym.
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Evaluate the potential economic impacts of scaling OTEC technology on a national scale.
💡 Hint: Consider both short-term and long-term benefits.
Investigate how advancements in desalination technology could address global water shortages in the future.
💡 Hint: Look into how technology improves the process and reduces environmental impact.
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