8. Water – A Precious Resource

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1. 8

   Water – A Precious Resource

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   Water is an essential resource for all life, yet only a small fraction is...

2. 8.1

   Importance Of Water

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   Water is essential for all forms of life, supporting biological processes,...

3. 8.2

   Physical Properties Of Water

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   This section outlines the key physical properties of water, including its...

4. 8.3

   Sources Of Water

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   This section explores the various sources of water essential for human...

5. 8.4

   Water Cycle (Hydrological Cycle)

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   The Water Cycle describes the continuous movement of water within the Earth...

6. 8.5

   Composition Of Water

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   Water's composition is fundamentally defined by its chemical formula, H₂O,...

7. 8.6

   Water As A Universal Solvent

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   Water is known as a universal solvent due to its ability to dissolve...

8. 8.7

   Impurities In Water

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   Natural water contains various impurities that can affect its safety and quality.

9. 8.8

   Water Pollution

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   Water pollution refers to the contamination of water bodies by harmful...

10. 8.9

    Potable Water

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    Potable water is defined as safe drinking water, free from harmful...

11. 8.10

    Purification Of Water

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    This section discusses various methods of purifying water, emphasizing both...

12. 8.11

    Conservation Of Water

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    Conserving water is crucial due to its limited availability, and several...

13. 8.12

    Rainwater Harvesting

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    Rainwater harvesting is the practice of collecting and storing rainwater for...