In the United States, the Single Biggest Use for Water

question 8

Multiple Choice

In the United States, the single biggest use for water is:

• A) Growing food
• B) Recreation (golf courses, swimming pools, etc.)
• C) Producing electricity
• D) Personal use - drinking, showering, toilets, etc.

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Definitions:

Graded Beds

Sedimentary layers that show a change in particle size from bottom to top, indicating variations in the energy of deposition over time.

Regression

A statistical method used for estimating the relationships among variables, often used for prediction and forecasting.

Marine Sedimentary Facies

Areas of sediment deposit characterized by distinct physical, chemical, and biological attributes that were formed in marine environments.

Sand Dunes

Hills or ridges of sand piled up by the wind found in deserts and on beaches.