Water Distribution in Australia
Examine the spatial and temporal distribution of water resources, rainfall, and runoff across the Australian continent.
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Examine the spatial and temporal distribution of water resources, rainfall, and runoff across the Australian continent.
Key Questions
- How is rainfall distributed across Australia over time and space?
- Why do some regions experience water scarcity while others have abundance?
- How does runoff affect local water availability?
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