Question

List three man-made sources of water

Answer 1

Manmade Sources of Water:

Dams, wells, tube wells, canals are man-made sources of water. Natural sources of water: oceans, rivers, lakes, rainwater, streams, ponds and springs are natural sources of water.

1) Rain Water: It is collected on the earth in the form of surface and groundwater

2) Surface Water: Water on the surface of the earth like oceans, rivers, lakes, ponds, and streams are called surface water. The water in rivers and lakes receives rainwater and get replenished. Melting of snow on mountains is another source of surface water.

3) Underground Water: Life is possible on earth due to the existence of water. Nearly three-fourths of the earth's surface comprises of with water.

Answer 2

Man made uses of water are wells,dams,canals etc