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What Is the Name for Water Scarcity That Occurs When

Question 86

Question 86

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What is the name for water scarcity that occurs when precipitation is lower than normal,and evaporation is higher than normal? 


A)  water stress 
B)  aridity 
C)  desiccation 
D)  drought

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