Why has groundwater use increased?
a. the total amount of freshwater has decreased
b. more of the available freshwater is stored in glaciers and icecaps
c. governments have banned the use of freshwater in rivers and springs
d. the demand for freshwater has increased due to population growth

The correct option is (d) the demand for fresh water has increased due to population growth.

Further explanation:

There are several factors that result in groundwater depletion. One of them is the high demand for freshwater. Population growth affects the quality and availability of water resources. It increases the demand for water for household consumption, food production, and industrial uses.

POPULATION AND FRESHWATER

Water resources and population are closely connected. There is an increased demand for water for various uses. Sometimes, the increased demand for freshwater becomes overuse and leads to pollution of surface and groundwater depletion that which causes water shortages.

Degraded and scarce water supplies also lead to critical health problems. The freshwater demand has also increased because of the change in climate. In the warm climate, the supply of freshwater decreases due to the increases in rates of evaporation. An individual’s habit eatings and lifestyle have also been changing since recent years and which requires more water consumption.

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Answer details:

Grade: High School

Subject: Social Studies

Topic: Population and Freshwater

Keywords: population, household, consumption, production, industrial, evaporation, lifestyle, depletion