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Beginning with the rain cloud, use arrows to show the journey of a water drop before it reaches your school or home.
Describe 4 ways that water can be saved in the garden of your school or your home. A.___________________________________________________________________ B.___________________________________________________________________ C.___________________________________________________________________ D.___________________________________________________________________ Describe 5 ways that water can be saved in the kitchen at home every day. A.___________________________________________________________________ B.___________________________________________________________________ C.___________________________________________________________________
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Why is it important to treat water before you drink it? _____________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ Question: Circle the correct answer. Humans drink A. saltwater or B. freshwater.
The water passes through filters, some made of layers of sand, gravel, and charcoal that help remove even smaller particles. Step 4 - Disinfection A small amount of chlorine is added or some other disinfection method is used to kill any bacteria or microorganisims that may be in the water. Fluoride is added to the water to protect your teeth. The water also undergoes UV disinfection which is capable of inactivating cryptosporidium. Step 5 Storage Water is placed in a closed tank or reservoir in order for disinfection to take place. The water then flows through pipes to homes and businesses in the community.
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