Question 30 of 34intermediate🔧 ApplyShort Answer4 marks
How much water may be used in the following activities?
(a)
Water for taking a shower
Answer
30-50 litres per shower (5-10 minutes).
(b)
Watering crops in a field
Answer
Thousands of litres depending on field size and crop type.
(c)
Watering flowering plants
Answer
1-5 litres per plant depending on size.
(d)
Washing clothes
Answer
50-100 litres per wash (washing machine) or 30-50 litres (hand wash).
Explanation
(a) A typical shower uses 6-10 litres per minute. (b) Agricultural water usage is very high compared to household use. (c) Small plants need less water than larger plants. (d) Water usage depends on the method and quantity of clothes.