State whether the following statements are true or false:
1. The islands of Maldives receive rainfall from North West monsoon
2. The people in Maldives depend entirely on rainwater harvesting for their needs for water.
3. All houses in Maldives have the sloping roofs made of corrugated iron.
4. The author's school had water round the year.
5. Rainwater is highly dependable.
Answers
Answer:
rain water is highly dependable
Answer:
1. False
The enormous landmass of South Asia to the north has a considerable impact on the weather in the Maldives. As a result, land, and water are heated differently. In addition, the Himalayas on the northern edge of South Asia, as well as the sun's northward inclination, cause the jet stream to shift north. This leads to a flood of moisture-rich air from the Indian Ocean passing through South Asia causing the South West and North-East monsoon in the Maldives.
2. True
The Maldives' rains are unreliable, and there is no fresh water accessible. Furthermore, groundwater is difficult to obtain and is unfit for human consumption. As a result, the Maldives' population relies heavily on rainwater harvesting to meet their water demands.
3. False
All newly constructed residences in the Maldives have sloping corrugated iron roofs as a strategy to collect rainwater.
4. True
Due to the vast area of the school roof, the amount of water collected was greater, ensuring that the school had plenty of water throughout the year.
5. False
Early season showers are allowed to run off into the waste to clean the roof and tank before the water is stored.