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Question
State what is meant by the term ‘conservation of water’.
State a few water-saving methods, which may be used in the home to conserve water.
Solution
Conservation of water is the means of preventing wastage of water so that clean water can be obtained by preventing pollution of water and by protecting the sources of water.
Need for conservation — Inspite of large quantities of water on the earth’s surface only a small percentage is potable water fit for human consumption and household purposes. The need for water is ever-increasing and hence all sources of water need to be conserved.
The various methods to conserve the water are :
1. Well should be covered and washing and cleaning should be prevented near a well.
2. Water-saving devices must be used in homes :
(a) such as closing running taps and using smaller cisterns in toilets.
(b) checking all leakages in household pipes.
(c) turning off the water tap while brushing teeth and while washing hands.
(d) using less electricity, since power plants also consume a substantial amount of water.
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Conservation of water is essential in spite of the fact that three fourth of the earth’s surface is covered by water.
Give a reason why :
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______ are wetlands where water bodies meet the sea.
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