Rivers, Water Systems, and Food Production

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Across
  1. 3. A flat area near a river that often floods and creates fertile soil.
  2. 5. A structure built to transport water over long distances.
  3. 6. Australia’s longest river, crucial for irrigation and farming.
  4. 7. A long period of time with little or no rain, affecting crops and water supply.
  5. 8. A low-lying area where water collects and supports agriculture.
  6. 10. The process of supplying water to crops using canals, pipes, or sprinklers.
  7. 11. A major river that connects to the Murray River.
Down
  1. 1. The process where water turns into vapor and rises into the atmosphere.
  2. 2. The level below which the ground is saturated with water.
  3. 4. The study of water, its movement, and its effects on the environment.
  4. 5. An underground layer of rock that holds water used for farming and drinking.
  5. 9. Managing water resources carefully to ensure future availability.