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    Question

    A natural geo-hydrological unit of land that collects water

    and drains it through a common point by a system of streams is called a:
    A Watershed Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Reservoir Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Aquifer Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Warabandi Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    A watershed is a natural geo-hydrological unit of land that collects water and drains it through a common point via a system of streams. The Amazon Basin is the largest watershed in the world. For comparison:
    - A reservoir is a large lake where water is stored for use by a particular area or city
    - An aquifer is an underground layer of porous or permeable rocks that store and retain groundwater
    - Warabandi is a rotational water supply system based on predetermined schedules according to area and crop needs

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