Global Connection: Recycling on Earth Answers

Which of the following is NOT considered to be an acceptable use for recycled water? a. drinking b. irrigating c. concrete mixing d. toilet flushing Please select the best answer from the choices provided

The calcium carbonate found in limestone was originally extracted from _______.a.seawaterb.shalec.magmad.silt

What happens to groundwater when the rate of infiltration is less than the rate of water being pumped out of the ground?a.The water table is unchanged.b.The water table increases.c.The water table lowers.d.The water table is unaffected by infiltration.

What condition results in magma cooling and forming a “glassy” igneous rock?a.extremely slow coolingb.cooling in the presence of oxygenc.extremely rapid coolingd.partial melt cooling

How is recycled water used indirectly for drinking? a. Recycled water undergoes further purification and is then considered drinkable. b. Recycled water is used to recharge an aquifer that is used for drinking. c. Recycled water is used for agriculture. d. None of the above. Please select the best answer from the choices provided