Describe the characteristics of a country that would be most likely to
utilize the global water reservoirs listed below as sources of freshwater. What will be an ideal response?
a. Atmosphere
Answers will vary. Countries that are located near oceans, at “desert” latitudes, and
have winds that bring moisture over the land would be most suitable for using water
from the atmosphere.
b. Oceans
Answers will vary. Countries that are near oceans and are relatively wealthy would be
most suitable for using the oceans as a water source.
c. Ice sheets
Answers will vary. Countries that are located near ice sheets, and are relatively wealthy
and technologically advanced, would be most suitable for using ice sheets as a water
source.
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