Aquifers recharge slowly. Lake water is reserved for recreation. Increasing biomass decreases evaporation rates. Tall buildings impede the development of rain clouds.
I gave my students this multiple choice question: Which best explains why population growth can result in water shortages and rationing in certain areas?

Only one answer is correct among these 4 choices:
- Aquifers recharge slowly.
- Lake water is reserved for recreation.
- Increasing biomass decreases evaporation rates.
- Tall buildings impede the development of rain clouds.

Could you tell me which one is correct?

Aquifers recharge slowly.