Water Sources: Where Does Water Come From?
Identifying natural (rivers, lakes, rain) and artificial (wells, dams) water sources.
Key Questions
- Explain the journey of water from a natural source to a household tap.
- Differentiate between surface water and groundwater sources, providing examples of each.
- Analyze the factors that cause some water sources to deplete while others remain abundant.
CBSE Learning Outcomes
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