2.1 - Drinking Water
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Practice Questions
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What are two sources of water?
💡 Hint: Think about where we get most of our water.
What is disinfection?
💡 Hint: It’s a key step in making water safe to drink.
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What is the primary purpose of water treatment processes?
💡 Hint: Remember why we treat our water before drinking.
True or False: Groundwater is always safe to drink.
💡 Hint: Think about pollution sources that could affect groundwater.
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Consider the water quality in a region where industrial activities are prevalent. Discuss potential contaminants and their effects on health.
💡 Hint: Think about what industrial processes release into the environment.
Explain why seasonal variations may affect agricultural water quality and suggest solutions to mitigate these effects.
💡 Hint: Consider how time of year can change the landscape and how it interacts with water.
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