Study Fig. 4, which shows the climate of Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. [Figure 4.0]
- (a)(i)Complete Fig. 4 to show: • an average temperature of 29 °C in December; • no rain in October.[2]
- (a)(ii)Jeddah is in the northern hemisphere. How can you tell this from the temperature graph in Fig. 4?[1]
- (b)(i)Use the data in Table 1 to complete Fig. 5. Use the key provided. [Table 1.0][2]
- (b)(ii)How many million cubic metres per year come from recycled water?[1]
- (b)(iii)Suggest why Saudi Arabia's groundwater supply is likely to run out.[2]
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Mark scheme
Marking points from the official mark scheme (May/June 2013). The mark or mark type is shown in brackets.
- [2] Correct temperature plot; Correct symbol for October
- [1] Highest temperature in July / middle of year; Lowest temperature in January / beginning and end of the year
- [2] Correct division of Fig. 5.
- [1] 9000
- [2] Very low rainfall / in a desert; All rain evaporates due to high temperatures; Demand exceeding supply / being over used; Not renewable; Cheaper option
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