In spite of a high annual rainfall, the state of Ohio, USA has faced severe droughts. This film illustrates the part played by water in the daily lives of the inhabitants, also its use in industry and agriculture, then probes for reasons behind the apparent wastage of water resources. Draws particular attention to wastage of both soil and water resulting from soil erosion. Includes close-up shots of rain drops striking unprotected soil, showing the extent and nature of the damage caused.
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ACMI Identifier
320435
Language
English
Subject categories
Agriculture, Business, Commerce & Industry → Soil erosion
Climate, Environment, Natural Resources & Disasters → Conservation of natural resources
Climate, Environment, Natural Resources & Disasters → Droughts
Climate, Environment, Natural Resources & Disasters → Environmental education
Climate, Environment, Natural Resources & Disasters → Rain and rainfall
Climate, Environment, Natural Resources & Disasters → Soil erosion
Climate, Environment, Natural Resources & Disasters → Water
Climate, Environment, Natural Resources & Disasters → Water conservation
Climate, Environment, Natural Resources & Disasters → Water resources development
Climate, Environment, Natural Resources & Disasters → Water use
Communications, Infrastructure, & Transport → Water
Communications, Infrastructure, & Transport → Water resources development
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)