DOMESTIC USE
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Importance of Domestic Water Use
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Today, we will talk about the importance of domestic water use. Can anyone tell me how we use water at home?
We need water for drinking and cooking, right?
We also use it for bathing and washing clothes!
Absolutely! So, it's vital for our daily hygiene and nutrition. The recommended amount of water per person is 135 liters a day.
What happens if we run out of water?
Great question! A lack of water can make it hard to meet our daily needs, impacting health and hygiene.
That's really important! So conserving water is key!
Exactly! Let's recap: Water is crucial for drinking, cooking, bathing, and sanitation, with 135 liters recommended per person daily. Conserving water helps ensure everyone has enough.
Challenges in Domestic Water Use
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Now, let's discuss the challenges that come with domestic water use. Does anyone know what happens when we use too much water?
I think it lowers the water table and can dry up wells!
Yes! And that can lead to shortages!
Correct! Overuse of both groundwater and surface water leads to challenges like lower water tables and droughts.
What can we do about it?
We can conserve water in daily activities, like taking shorter showers or fixing leaks. Remember, sustainable usage is key!
So, we all need to be water savers!
Exactly! To sum up, reducing our water usage is essential to avoid scarcity and ensure a reliable supply for everyone.
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The section elaborates on the domestic uses of water, emphasizing its vital role in daily activities such as drinking, cooking, and sanitation. It provides the recommended daily water consumption standards and elaborates on the impact of water scarcity due to overutilization.
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Domestic Use of Water
Water is essential for daily life, and its domestic use encompasses various activities such as drinking, cooking, bathing, washing clothes, and sanitation. The Indian standard specifies a recommended consumption of 135 liters per person per day. However, growing populations and increasing demands can lead to unsustainable water use and depletion of freshwater resources, creating a pressing challenge for communities and governments.
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Definition of Domestic Use
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Water used in the houses for the purposes of drinking, bathing, washing clothes, cooking, sanitary & other needs. The recommended value according to Indian standard specification for domestic use is 135 liters/day.
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Domestic use refers to the water consumed by households for everyday activities. This includes various needs such as drinking, bathing, washing clothes, cooking meals, maintaining sanitation, and performing other household tasks. In India, the standard recommendation is that each person should ideally use 135 liters of water per day to meet these basic needs effectively.
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Imagine living in a home where you have to meet your daily hygiene and cooking needs. Each person in your family, to maintain a healthy lifestyle, would require about 135 liters of water daily. This amount covers everything from drinking a glass of water, taking showers, and cooking meals, to washing clothes. Think of it like needing enough fuel to keep your car running smoothly; without enough water, daily life would become quite challenging.
Importance of Domestic Water Use
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The water used for domestic purposes is crucial for maintaining health and hygiene, ensuring that families have adequate water for their daily activities.
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Domestic water use plays an essential role in promoting health and hygiene in households. Clean water is necessary for drinking to avoid illness, for cooking to ensure food safety, and for personal hygiene practices such as bathing and washing hands. Access to sufficient domestic water is fundamental in preventing diseases, particularly in regions affected by waterborne illnesses.
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Consider the difference between living in a home with adequate clean water and one without it. In a well-watered home, families can wash their hands before meals to prevent illness, ensure they cook with clean water to avoid foodborne pathogens, and maintain proper hygiene. Without enough water, families may skip these essential practices, leading to health issues, much like driving a car without proper maintenance; it may run, but it’s bound to breakdown sooner or later.
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Domestic Use: Essential for daily human activities.
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Water Table: Crucial for groundwater availability.
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Drought: A significant consequence of water overuse.
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Using water for cooking meals, washing dishes, and maintaining hygiene are all critical domestic uses.
The impact of prolonged droughts leads to water rationing in urban areas.
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To keep the water flowing right, drink, bathe, and use it light.
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Imagine a family that saves water by fixing leaks and using less when washing, ensuring they always have enough for their needs.
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Dew: Drink, Eat, Wash to Remember key uses of water.
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WAVE
Water for Agriculture
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Glossary
- Domestic Use
Water utilized for household purposes including drinking, cooking, bathing, and sanitation.
- Water Table
The upper surface of underground water, below which the soil is saturated with water.
- Drought
A prolonged period of deficient rainfall relative to the statistical multi-year average for a region.
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