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IB ESS HL 4.1.3 Hydrological Cycle Stores Question Bank

Identify atmospheric, surface, soil and groundwater stores in the hydrological cycle.

Syllabus
First assessment 2026
Course
ESS HL
Level
HL

Exam points

  • identify the hydrological store, flow or water-management issue
  • apply the relevant water-cycle or scarcity concept
  • evaluate the consequence and trade-offs using evidence

4.1.3—Hydrological cycle stores question 1

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Impact of deforestation on the water cycle

Figure:Impact of deforestation on the water cycle

State one storage of fresh water not shown in the deforestation and water-cycle diagram shown above.

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