Drinking water

This is a presentation on DRINKING WATER.
Topics Covered - Need, importance, Advantages and Methods of Purification of Drinking Water
It also outlines the forms of wastage and ways to conserve of water

1. Drinking Water

2. What is Drinking Water ??? Potable water is water which is fit for consumption by humans and other animals. It is also called drinking water, in a reference to its use. Water may be naturally potable, as is the case with pristine springs, O r it may need to be treated in order to be safe.

3. Need of Drinking Water Without water, your body would stop working properly Water aids in digestion, absorption of food, regulates body temperature and blood circulation, carries nutrients and oxygen to cells, and removes toxins and other wastes

4. If we don’t Drink water ? One of the major results of inaction is dehydration Symptoms of dehydration include Dry mouth Sleepiness or tiredness Thirst Decreased urination Muscle weakness Headache Dizziness

5. Water Replenishment It is recommended that a person should be drinking at least 8 glasses of water per day Drink it with lunch and dinner Instead of choosing sodas, juices, or alcohol drink water with your meal

6. Take a 16 or more-ounce water bottle to school and/or work Drink all the water before lunch Refill the bottle Drink it all before you head home 16-ounce = approx. 0.5 litre Water Replenishment

7. Advantages of drinking water The results of drinking more water improves the way we look, feel, and even function Hydration of skin, keeping it looking fresh and healthy Weight control Increased energy Preventing illnesses and keeping the immune system healthy Maintaining overall health

8. Where do we get this water from? Drinking water is available to us after purification Purification can be by Natural Methods or can be done Artificially

9. Natural Method -Water Cycle

10. Artificial Method

11. Wastage Wastage during daily use Running tap during brushing of teeth Dripping taps Taking bath under shower Washing cars with garden pipes RO outputs

12. Conservation Techniques include Rain water harvesting Drip Irrigation Water used for washing vegetables can be reused for watering plants RO output can be used mopping

13. Thanks Made by Aayush Anand