Which of the following happens to water resources as the population grows?(1 point)

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The size of aquifers increases.
The size of aquifers increases.

The aquifers are not recharged as quickly.
The aquifers are not recharged as quickly.

The water supply increases.
The water supply increases.

The level of the water table rises.
The level of the water table rises.

Answer 1

As the population grows, the statement that is most accurate regarding water resources is:

The aquifers are not recharged as quickly.

As demand for water increases due to population growth, groundwater extraction often exceeds the natural recharge rate of aquifers. This can lead to depletion of water resources rather than an increase in supply or water table levels.