Physical Systems and Earth's Dynamics · Physical Systems

The Water Cycle and Scarcity

Studying the distribution of freshwater and the geographic causes of water stress.

Key Questions

  1. 1How does the unequal distribution of water affect political stability between neighboring countries?
  2. 2To what extent is water scarcity a physical issue versus a management issue?
  3. 3How do humans adapt their agricultural practices to arid environments?

Common Core State Standards

C3: D2.Geo.9.6-8C3: D2.Eco.1.6-8
Grade: 8th Grade
Subject: Geography
Unit: Physical Systems and Earth's Dynamics
Period: Physical Systems

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