En-en adult card 31 freshwater resources

Card #31: Freshwater Resources

Causes		Consequences
Melting of Glaciers Droughts		Decline in Agricultural Yields Armed Conflicts

Freshwater resources are affected by changes in rainfall and by the disappearance of glaciers that regulate the flow of rivers.

Explanation

The biggest issue here is the disappearance of the glaciers. They serve as reservoirs of fresh water in solid form and melt to supply downstream irrigation for crops.

Correction

Causes

• Melting of glaciers
• Droughts

Consequences

• Decline Agricultural Yields
• Armed Conflicts

Other possible links

Other causes

• Marine Submersion If sea water rises, it can penetrate the water tables, which are freshwater reserves.

Other consequences

• Famines If we consider that a famine is not only a lack of food but also a lack of water.
• Human health A lack of drinking water will have impacts on human health.