Question

Define drought and write precaution to get rid of it​

Answer 1

Answer :

A drought is a period of time when an area or region experiences below-normal precipitation.

The lack of adequate precipitation, either rain or snow, can cause reduced soil moisture or groundwater, diminished stream flow, crop damage, and a general water shortage.

A drought may last for weeks, months, or even years.

Precautions to be taken during droughts are :-

• Never pour down used water in drain. Use it to water the plants.
• Replace dripping faucets by replacing washers.
• Check all plumbing for leakages and get the faulty repaired by plumber.
• Take a bath by bucket rather than by shower.
• Use mulch to retain water in the soil.

Hope it helps :)

Answer 2

Answer:

If it does not rain for one or two years, the soil continuous to lose water by

evaporation and transpiration. Since, it is not being brought back by rain, the soil

becomes dry. The level of water in ponds and wells of the region goes down and

some of them may even dry up. The ground water may also become scare. This may

lead to drought.

Explanation:

1. Plant more and more trees.
2. Avoid deforestation.
3. Grow original and local plants.