Saving Water - Every Drop Counts

15 Points Per Correct Answer - No time limit  

1. Three percent of all the world's water is? Unreachable Salt water Fresh water Ice

2. Where is the driest permanently occupied continent on Earth? South America Africa Australia Antarctica

3. Which product requires the most water to create it? 1 microchip 1 cotton t-shirt 1 hamburger 1 cup of coffee

4. The bathroom is one of the main water consumption areas in the home. Which product would save the most water in this area? A 3 star energy efficient showerhead A bucket for collecting excess water Repairing a leaking tap A glass for rinsing after brushing teeth

5. The kitchen and laundry are high consumers of water using between 15-20% of total water consumption. What is the most effective way to save water in these rooms? Only use appliances when full Plug the sink when washing dishes or peeling vegetables Re use rinse water from the washing machine Use energy efficient appliances

6. What products and practices can assist pool owners to save water? Using a pool cover Maintaining the chemical levels Using a rainwater diverter All of these

7. The garden is an area that can use between 25-40% of the home's total water consumption. What can you do to save water in the garden? Use mulch on your garden Use soil wetting agents or water crystals Use dripper irrigation instead of sprayers All of these

8. In many rural areas of Australia people have been using a water-saving product for over 100 years. Which product is it? Solar water purifier Rainwater tank Desalination device Water windmill

9. Greywater is used water from showers, baths, hand basins and washing machines that can be used to water the garden. Where should greywater never be used? On flowering plants On vegetable plants that will be eaten raw On lawns On seedlings

10. Leaks are responsible for great amounts of hidden water loss in the home. True False