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Conserving Fresh Water

Check out these ideas for how your students can learn more about fresh water and how to conserve this precious resource.

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While the Earth is two-thirds water, less than three percent of that is fresh water. To further complicate the issue only a fraction of that water is available to be used to drink, for agriculture, power generation, manufacturing, or sanitation. Between this limited supply, a growing global population, and an increase in pollution assess to fresh water will be a defining issue for future generations.

Use these ideas for activities and projects in your classroom to teach your students about fresh water and its conservation.

Calculate Daily Water Use at School

Use this online tool to help start a school-wide campaign encouraging everyone to use less water. Get the word out with persuasive writing via posters or skits. Challenge your fellow students to a video public service announcement (PSA) contest. With drought conditions affecting many states, helping to save water in your community will be a step in the right direction.

Test the water and soil in and around your home.

Water Clean-Up

With an adult, clean up a stream, river, or other body of water in your community.

Conserve Water

Research ways to save water, such as watering the lawn early in the morning or late in the day, using drip irrigation, and using a bucket instead of a hose to wash the car.

Fix Leaky Faucets

Watch for drips in any faucets in your home. Ask an adult to fix them.

Research Your Local Water Supply

How do the people who live upstream behave? Are they aware of those downstream, or do they contaminate the water? Do you do things that might pollute water for others? What are some steps your family could take to minimize its impact on air and water quality?

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Celebrate World Water Monitoring Day . Use a test kit to sample local bodies of water for water quality data and share the results with other communities around the world.

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Freshwater Crisis

There is the same amount of freshwater on earth as there always has been, but the population has exploded, leaving the world's water resources in crisis.

A Clean Water Crisis

The water you drink today has likely been around in one form or another since dinosaurs roamed the Earth , hundreds of millions of years ago.

While the amount of freshwater on the planet has remained fairly constant over time—continually recycled through the atmosphere and back into our cups—the population has exploded. This means that every year competition for a clean, copious supply of water for drinking, cooking, bathing, and sustaining life intensifies.

Water scarcity is an abstract concept to many and a stark reality for others. It is the result of myriad environmental, political, economic, and social forces.

Freshwater makes up a very small fraction of all water on the planet. While nearly 70 percent of the world is covered by water, only 2.5 percent of it is fresh. The rest is saline and ocean-based. Even then, just 1 percent of our freshwater is easily accessible, with much of it trapped in glaciers and snowfields. In essence, only 0.007 percent of the planet's water is available to fuel and feed its 6.8 billion people.

Due to geography, climate, engineering, regulation, and competition for resources, some regions seem relatively flush with freshwater, while others face drought and debilitating pollution. In much of the developing world, clean water is either hard to come by or a commodity that requires laborious work or significant currency to obtain.

Water Is Life

Wherever they are, people need water to survive. Not only is the human body 60 percent water, the resource is also essential for producing food, clothing, and computers, moving our waste stream, and keeping us and the environment healthy.

Unfortunately, humans have proved to be inefficient water users. (The average hamburger takes 2,400 liters, or 630 gallons, of water to produce, and many water-intensive crops, such as cotton, are grown in arid regions.)

According to the United Nations , water use has grown at more than twice the rate of population increase in the last century. By 2025, an estimated 1.8 billion people will live in areas plagued by water scarcity, with two-thirds of the world's population living in water-stressed regions as a result of use, growth, and climate change. The challenge we now face as we head into the future is how to effectively conserve, manage, and distribute the water we have.

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PTE Daily Essay Topic: The shortage of fresh water in urban centres has been a big issue in recent years.

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• The crisis of limited freshwater in cities has plagued authorities for years. 
• Rapid urbanization strains existing water supplies, while unsustainable practices like groundwater overuse deplete these resources. Leaky pipes and polluted rivers further reduce available water.
• The situation demands immediate action on multiple fronts, some of which are investing in better infrastructure for water collection, storage, and distribution is crucial.
• Promoting water conservation practices among citizens is essential. Public awareness campaigns, encouraging rainwater harvesting, and installing water-efficient appliances in homes can collectively make a substantial difference.
• Employing a combination of technological advancements, responsible urban planning, and fostering a culture of water conservation, cities can ensure a sustainable future with this most precious resource.

Q. The shortage of fresh water in urban centres has been a big issue in recent years. What are the causes leading to this problem and how can we figure it out?

Ans : The crisis of limited freshwater in cities has plagued authorities for years. It’s not mere hype; many urban areas now face a harsh reality – a lack of safe drinking water. 

 India’s cities are facing a water crisis due to a combination of factors. Rapid urbanization strains existing water supplies, while unsustainable practices like groundwater overuse deplete these resources. Leaky pipes and polluted rivers further reduce available water. This situation is likely to worsen with unpredictable rainfall patterns caused by climate change.

The situation demands immediate action on multiple fronts, some of which are investing in better infrastructure for water collection, storage, and distribution is crucial. Apart from that, leakage detection and rectification in urban pipelines can significantly reduce wastage.  Additionally, promoting water conservation practices among citizens is essential. Public awareness campaigns, encouraging rainwater harvesting, and installing water-efficient appliances in homes can collectively make a substantial difference.

Furthermore, exploring alternative water sources like desalination plants for coastal cities and treated wastewater for non-potable purposes needs to be prioritized. Sustainable urban planning that incorporates green spaces and promotes rainwater infiltration can also significantly contribute to a city’s water security. Addressing the challenge of urban water scarcity requires a multi-pronged approach. By employing a combination of technological advancements, responsible urban planning, and fostering a culture of water conservation, cities can ensure a sustainable future with this most precious resource.

To conclude, the lack of readily available freshwater presents a dire threat to the future. Unless we take action now, this crisis has the potential to cause widespread devastation.

Paraphrased Statement: The crisis of limited freshwater in cities has plagued authorities for years. It’s not mere hype; many urban areas now face a harsh reality which is a lack of safe drinking water. 

Thesis Statement: India’s cities are facing a water crisis due to a combination of factors. Rapid urbanization strains existing water supplies, while unsustainable practices like groundwater overuse deplete these resources. Leaky pipes and polluted rivers further reduce available water. This situation is likely to worsen with unpredictable rainfall patterns caused by climate change.

Body Paragraph 1- Topic Sentence: The situation demands immediate action on multiple fronts, some of which are investing in better infrastructure for water collection, storage, and distribution is crucial. Apart from that, leakage detection and rectification in urban pipelines can significantly reduce wastage.  

Body Paragraph 1 Supporting Reasons and Explanations: Additionally, promoting water conservation practices among citizens is essential. Public awareness campaigns, encouraging rainwater harvesting, and installing water-efficient appliances in homes can collectively make a substantial difference.

Body Paragraph 2- Topic Sentence: Exploring alternative water sources like desalination plants for coastal cities and treated wastewater for non-potable purposes needs to be prioritized.

Body Paragraph 2 Supporting Reasons and Explanations:   Sustainable urban planning that incorporates green spaces and promotes rainwater infiltration can also significantly contribute to a city’s water security. Addressing the challenge of urban water scarcity requires a multi-pronged approach. By employing a combination of technological advancements, responsible urban planning, and fostering a culture of water conservation, cities can ensure a sustainable future with this most precious resource.

Conclusion: To conclude, the lack of readily available freshwater presents a dire threat to the future. Unless action is taken now, this crisis has the potential to cause widespread devastation.

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Fresh water has always been a limited resource in some parts of the world. Today, however, growing worldwide demand has made this a global problem.

What are the causes of the increased demand and what measure could governments and individuals take to respond to this problem?

Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

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Since time immemorial, in certain drier parts of the world, fresh water has always been a scarce natural resource. However, in the present time, due to various reasons, scarcity of fresh water has become a global issue. This essay will illustrate some factors contributing to this problem and will also elicit certain steps that can help the national authorities and individuals in controlling this growing demand for natural salt free water.

There are compelling reasons for shortage of fresh water. The main reason is the overpopulation in the metropolitan areas. The global phenomenon of urbanization has  lead to the global surge in potable water requirement. Secondly, increased pollution of natural fresh water reserves due to urbanisation and industrialization has compounded this demand.  In fact, since the beginning of industrialization, fresh water from rivers and lakes has been increasingly used for manufacturing processes such as chemical reactions, cleaning toxic equipments and so on.  Furthermore, in modern times, the growing use of salt free water for activities like recreational swimming, have also catalysed the surge in global water demand.  For instance, swimming pools at home, theme parks, and resorts use an avalanche of water. Therefore, water scarcity has risen and is now a global problem.

National authorities, on the other hand, can control this surge by implementing public education schemes regarding controlled water usage. Strict national legislations for preventing natural fresh water reserve pollution are also required. Moreover, government should also set up infrastructure for purification of seawater into saline free water, which will help in meeting the growing requirement of fresh water. A good example is UAE where desalination plants have been used since many years to provide fresh drinking water.

Similarly, public can also contribute towards this noble cause by conserving water and also by limiting their daily household water usage. They should refrain themselves from performing activities that will pollute natural fresh water reserves.

Thus even though, the scarcity of fresh water is a growing global problem, there are various means and methods available, by which both the government and individuals can prevent this from worsening.

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Lack of Fresh Water is Becoming a Global Issue- IELTS Writing Task 2

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Lack of fresh water is becoming a global issue of increasing importance. What problems does the shortage cause? What measures could be taken to overcome these problems?

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Introduction

Mention that the following essay will elaborate on the issues and solutions to tackle these problems.

Body Paragraphs

Paragraph 1 – Outline the causes of numerous problems that can happen due to the lack of fresh water.

Paragraph 2 – Elucidate the solutions.

Summarise the essay and state your opinion.

Sample Essay

It is believed that the scarcity of fresh water has become a pressing concern for the environment worldwide. The following essay will elaborate on the challenges and resolutions to tackle these problems.

On the one hand, numerous problems can happen due to the lack of fresh water. To start with, it will be difficult for domestic and industrial users to cut down on the water they use. To elaborate, fresh water has played a pivotal role in human activities daily. For people who have to earn their living from their farms, for instance, the paucity can hamper the enhancement of their fields due to the reason that they have no options to water their florals well enough and raise their cattle. Moreover, because freshwater plays a pivotal role for many species, there will be a lack of food sources. That is to say, because water is a natural habitat for numerous flora and fauna, numerous species will be on the brink of extinction when their habitat is lost. As a result, a domino effect can occur, resulting in the upheaval of the natural food chain.

Nonetheless, the appropriate measures that the individuals and the governing body can take to address the concerns of a shortage of fresh water. Firstly, national leaders must pass myriad regulations to battle these problems. It is undoubtedly true that human activities, especially disposing of chemicals in the water, significantly harm the water. Because of this situation, if the government imposes heavy fines on those who pump waste into the water, they will pay more attention to protecting the environment. Furthermore, individuals should be responsible for solving these issues by using fewer plastic products. Plastic bags are one of the biggest threats to freshwater because they are non-biodegradable. In the long run, they will stay in the ocean for billions of years. Not only do they pollute the water, but they also make numerous aquatic creatures fall victim to microplastics.

In summary, the loss of food sources and the limit on using water can happen when the water shortage worsens. Therefore, it is the responsibility of the governments and their residents to tackle these problems by introducing rules and the usage of plastics.

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IELTS Essay: Water

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This is my IELTS writing task 2 sample answer essay on the topic of water, specifically fresh water, from the real IELTS exam.

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Some people think that the government should strictly control the supply of fresh water, as it is a limited resource, while others it should not be regulated.

Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Many believe that it is crucial for governments to oversee public supplies of fresh water. In my opinion, this is an advisable strategy though there are natural risks that must be taken into consideration.

The most significant drawbacks to this proposal are the possibilities of government malfeasance and incompetence. Governments are notoriously bureaucratic organizations that often waste time and money while not greatly furthering the interests of the general public. A pertinent example of this would be the lengthy litigation battles concerning the cleanup of polluted reservoirs in many democratic nations. By the time any progress is made, the harm for some residents may already be irreversible. There is the chance that the government is corrupt. It is common for both elected and unelected officials to be vulnerable to bribery that results in prioritizing corporate and private interests above average citizens.

Nonetheless, government control of fresh water supplies is the best guarantee of public safety. Today, in many arid nations, such as those near Sub-Saharan Africa, finding fresh water is a massive challenge. Conflicts over limited water resources often contribute to political instability. In an ideal world, a just government could ensure water is equally and fairly distributed. Moreover, there are potential safety concerns. Water can easily be contaminated by industrial factors including rainwater pollution, landfill seepage, and new procedures like fracking. If governments regulate water with disinterested autonomy, they will be able to protect the general public from the excesses of corporate recklessness.

In conclusion, despite the potential that governments will poorly manage water supplies, they are still the best protectors of public health and safety. This is why the supervision of water authorities is also key.

1. Many believe that it is crucial for governments to oversee public supplies of fresh water. 2. In my opinion, this is an advisable strategy though there are natural risks that must be taken into consideration.

• Paraphrase the overall essay topic.
• Write a clear opinion. Read more about introductions here .

1. The most significant drawbacks to this proposal are the possibilities of government malfeasance and incompetence. 2. Governments are notoriously bureaucratic organizations that often waste time and money while not greatly furthering the interests of the general public. 3. A pertinent example of this would be the lengthy litigation battles concerning the cleanup of polluted reservoirs in many democratic nations. 4. By the time any progress is made, the harm for some residents may already be irreversible. 5. There is the chance that the government is corrupt. 6. It is common for both elected and unelected officials to be vulnerable to bribery that results in prioritizing corporate and private interests above average citizens.

• Write a topic sentence with a clear main idea at the end.
• Explain your main idea.
• Develop it with specific or hypothetical examples.
• Keep developing it fully.
• Include some short sentences.
• Finish development.

1. Nonetheless, government control of fresh water supplies is the best guarantee of public safety. 2. Today, in many arid nations, such as those near Sub-Saharan Africa, finding fresh water is a massive challenge. 3. Conflicts over limited water resources often contribute to political instability. 4. In an ideal world, a just government could ensure water is equally and fairly distributed. 5. Moreover, there are potential safety concerns. 6. Water can easily be contaminated by industrial factors including rainwater pollution, landfill seepage, and new procedures like fracking. 7. If governments regulate water with disinterested autonomy, they will be able to protect the general public from the excesses of corporate recklessness.

• Write a new topic sentence with a new main idea at the end.
• Explain your new main idea.
• Include specific details and examples.
• Add as much information as you can and make sure it links logically.
• Develop the example fully.
• This paragraph can be longer than the other one.
• Be sure each idea has support.

1. In conclusion, despite the potential that governments will poorly manage water supplies, they are still the best protectors of public health and safety. 2. This is why the supervision of water authorities is also key.

• Summarise your main ideas.
• Include a final thought. Read more about conclusions here .

What do the words in bold below mean? Make some notes on paper to aid memory and then check below.

Many believe that it is crucial for governments to oversee public supplies of fresh water . In my opinion, this is an advisable strategy though there are natural risks that must be taken into consideration .

The most significant drawbacks to this proposal are the possibilities of government malfeasance and incompetence . Governments are notoriously bureaucratic organizations that often waste time and money while not greatly furthering the interests of the general public . A pertinent example of this would be the lengthy litigation battles concerning the cleanup of polluted reservoirs in many democratic nations . By the time any progress is made, the harm for some residents may already be irreversible . There is the chance that the government is corrupt . It is common for both elected and unelected officials to be vulnerable to bribery that results in prioritizing corporate and private interests above average citizens .

Nonetheless , government control of fresh water supplies is the best guarantee of public safety . Today, in many arid nations , such as those near Sub-Saharan Africa , finding fresh water is a massive challenge . Conflicts over limited water resources often contribute to political instability . In an ideal world , a just government could ensure water is equally and fairly distributed . Moreover, there are potential safety concerns . Water can easily be contaminated by industrial factors including rainwater pollution , landfill seepage , and new procedures like fracking . If governments regulate water with disinterested autonomy , they will be able to protect the general public from the excesses of corporate recklessness .

In conclusion, despite the potential that governments will poorly manage water supplies, they are still the best protector s of public health and safety. This is why the supervision of water authorities is also key .

For extra practice, write an antonym (opposite word) on a piece of paper to help you remember the new vocabulary:

crucial really important

oversee watch over, control

public supplies what is available to all

fresh water not salt water

advisable strategy good idea

though nonetheless

natural risks organic threats

taken into consideration thought about

most significant drawbacks biggest problems

proposal idea

possibilities chances

malfeasance bad behavior

incompetence not good at what they do

notoriously bureaucratic organizations lots of red tape, inefficient

while although

greatly furthering the interests of the general public helping people a lot

pertinent example relevant instance

lengthy litigation battles long legal fights

concerning relatint to

cleanup fixing

polluted reservoirs dirty sources of water

democratic nations countries that have democracy

progress making changes

harm hurting

residents people living there

irreversible can’t be fixed

corrupt dishonest

elected voted into office

unelected officials people not voted into office

vulnerable weak

bribery money given in exchange for favors

results in the outcome is

prioritizing making important

corporate related to business

private interests for individuals, companies

above average citizens more important than most people

nonetheless regardless

control power over

best guarantee greatest safeguard

public safety health of most people

arid nations dry places

Sub-Saharan Africa countries near a dessert in Africa

massive challenge big obstacle

conflicts fights

limited water resources not enough water

contributes to adds to

political instability problems in government, unstable

in an ideal world in the perfect world

just right, fair

ensure make sure of

equally the same treatment

fairly distributed equal

potential safety concerns possible problems related to how safe people are

contaminated infiltrated, polluted

industrial factors related to industry

rainwater pollution acid rain

landfill seepage sewage from trash buried in the ground

procedures methods

fracking a way of extracting oil

regulate control

disinterested autonomy not biased power

protect keep safe

general public citizens

excesses recklessness

corporate recklessness companies doing crazy things

despite regardless of

potential possible

poorly manage hard to handle

best protectors people who can keep the most safe

public health safety of most people

supervision watching over

water authorities people in charge of water

key crucial

Pronunciation

Practice saying the vocabulary below and use this tip about Google voice search :

ˈkruːʃəl   ˌəʊvəˈsiː   ˈpʌblɪk səˈplaɪz   frɛʃ ˈwɔːtə ədˈvaɪzəbl ˈstrætɪʤi   ðəʊ   ˈnæʧrəl rɪsks   ˈteɪkən ˈɪntuː kənˌsɪdəˈreɪʃən məʊst sɪgˈnɪfɪkənt ˈdrɔːbæks   prəˈpəʊzəl   ˌpɒsəˈbɪlɪtiz   mælˈfiːzəns   ɪnˈkɒmpɪtəns nəʊˈtɔːrɪəsli ˌbjʊərəʊˈkrætɪk ˌɔːgənaɪˈzeɪʃənz   waɪl   ˈgreɪtli ˈfɜːðərɪŋ ði ˈɪntrɪsts ɒv ðə ˈʤɛnərəl ˈpʌblɪk ˈpɜːtɪnənt ɪgˈzɑːmpl   ˈlɛŋθi ˌlɪtɪˈgeɪʃən ˈbætlz   kənˈsɜːnɪŋ   ˈkliːnʌp   pəˈluːtɪd ˈrɛzəvwɑːz   ˌdɛməˈkrætɪk ˈneɪʃənz ˈprəʊgrəs   hɑːm   ˈrɛzɪdənts   ˌɪrɪˈvɜːsəbl kəˈrʌpt   ɪˈlɛktɪd   ˌʌnɪˈlɛktɪd əˈfɪʃəlz   ˈvʌlnərəbl   ˈbraɪbəri   rɪˈzʌlts ɪn   praɪˈɒrɪˌtaɪzɪŋ   ˈkɔːpərɪt   ˈpraɪvɪt ˈɪntrɪsts   əˈbʌv ˈævərɪʤ ˈsɪtɪznz ˌnʌnðəˈlɛs   kənˈtrəʊl   bɛst ˌgærənˈtiː   ˈpʌblɪk ˈseɪfti ˈærɪd ˈneɪʃənz   sʌb-səˈhɑːrən ˈæfrɪkə ˈmæsɪv ˈʧælɪnʤ ˈkɒnflɪkts   ˈlɪmɪtɪd ˈwɔːtə rɪˈsɔːsɪz   kənˈtrɪbju(ː)ts tuː   pəˈlɪtɪkəl ˌɪnstəˈbɪlɪti ɪn ən aɪˈdɪəl wɜːld   ʤʌst   ɪnˈʃʊə   ˈiːkwəli   ˈfeəli dɪsˈtrɪbju(ː)tɪd pəʊˈtɛnʃəl ˈseɪfti kənˈsɜːnz kənˈtæmɪneɪtɪd   ɪnˈdʌstrɪəl ˈfæktəz   ˈreɪnˌwɔːtə pəˈluːʃən ˈlændfɪl ˈsiːpɪʤ   prəˈsiːʤəz   frækiŋ ˈrɛgjʊleɪt   dɪsˈɪntrɪstɪd ɔːˈtɒnəmi prəˈtɛkt   ˈʤɛnərəl ˈpʌblɪk   ɪkˈsɛsɪz   ˈkɔːpərɪt ˈrɛklɪsnəs dɪsˈpaɪt   pəʊˈtɛnʃəl   ˈpʊəli ˈmænɪʤ   bɛst prəˈtɛktəz   ˈpʌblɪk hɛlθ   ˌsjuːpəˈvɪʒən   ˈwɔːtər ɔːˈθɒrɪtiz   kiː

Vocabulary Practice

I recommend getting a pencil and piece of paper because that aids memory. Then write down the missing vocabulary from my sample answer in your notebook:

Many believe that it is c_______l for governments to o________e p_______________s of f_____________r . In my opinion, this is an a________________y t__________h there are n___________s that must be t________________________n .

The m_______________________s to this p________l are the p_____________s of government m___________e and i____________e . Governments are n_____________________________s that often waste time and money w_____e not g_______________________________________________c . A p________________e of this would be the l________________________________g the c___________p of p_____________s in many d_________________s . By the time any p______________s is made, the h_____m for some r____________s may already be i______________e . There is the chance that the government is c______t . It is common for both e_______d and u___________________s to be v_____________e to b________y that r______________n p____________g c____________e and p________________s a_____________________s .

N_____________s , government c_________l of fresh water supplies is the b_______________e of p_________________y . Today, in many a______________s , such as those near S___________________a , finding fresh water is a m___________________e . C__________s over l________________________s often c_______________________y . I________________d , a j____t government could e______e water is e________y and f____________________d . Moreover, there are p______________________s . Water can easily be c_________________d by i______________________s including r__________________n , l_______________e , and new p___________s like f_________g . If governments r_________e water with d_______________________y , they will be able to p_________t the g_________________c from the e____________s of c_________________________s .

In conclusion, d__________e the p________l that governments will p________________e water supplies, they are still the b_______________s of p______________h and safety. This is why the s___________n of w________________s is also k__y .

Listening Practice

Learn more about this topic by watching from YouTube below and practice with these activities :

Reading Practice

Read more about this topic and use these ideas to practice :

https://www.theguardian.com/global-development/2020/jan/08/water-wars-early-warning-tool-uses-climate-data-to-predict-conflict-hotspots

Speaking Practice

Practice with the following speaking questions from the real IELTS speaking exam :

• Do you prefer to drink coffee or tea?
• How do you like to drink coffee?
• Is coffee a popular drink in your country?
• When was the last time you had some coffee?

Writing Practice

Practice with the related IELTS essay topic below:

The amount of drinkable water for people is decreasing.

Why is this?

What can be done?

IELTS Essay: Water Scarcity

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Essay on Water for Students and Children

500+ words essay on water.

Water is one of the most important substances for life on earth to function. It is equally important for humans as well as animals. Water does not merely help us survive, but it is significant for our day to day functioning. It has numerous uses when we come to think about it. Majority of our earth is covered with water itself, but, not all of it is safe for consumption. Therefore, it makes it essential for us to utilize this transparent substance chemical wisely. Moreover, if we look at the shortage of water happening in our country, it makes it all the more important to conserve it immediately.

Uses of Water

As we have already said that water has numerous uses, we will see where it is used. This part will most importantly help us realize the importance of water . It will make humans aware of what absence of water in the following areas can do to human life. As India’s main occupation is agriculture, water is exhaustively used here. Irrigation and cattle rearing requires a lot of water. Thus, a lot of farmers’ livelihood depends on it.

Further, industries use water for various purposes. It comes in handy when cooling, manufacturing and transporting several goods. For instance, thermal power plants consume quite a substantial amount of water for their running.

Furthermore, the domestic use of water cannot be left behind. In the day to day life of the common man, water plays a vital role. That is to say, from drinking water to washing utensils, we need water every step of the way.

After that, plants need water to survive and make food. It is one of the main elements which help them grow. Hence, water is extremely important for humans, animals, and plants to survive .

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Do not Waste Water

While water is quite essential and yet so scarce, however, people fail to realize this fact. They waste water with little or no care for the results of this activity. There are various ways in which one can avoid wasting water . To begin with, all households must get their leaking taps checked. They should fix them immediately as every drop is precious.

Similarly, we must choose buckets instead of showers for bathing. This is a very debatable topic and it needs to be settled. Showers waste a lot of water, so people must prefer buckets. This particular habit is quite commonly found in most of the households. People do not turn off their taps while brushing their teeth and washing utensils. Always remember to keep the tap off when doing so.

In addition, encourage rainwater harvesting system in all homes. This can help conserve water like never before.

In short, water is essential for the survival of mankind. But, it is, unfortunately, being waster rapidly. Every citizen and government must come together to tackle this issue. Governments must ensure all areas get water equally. On the other hand, citizens must keep in mind to use it wisely and not waste it unnecessarily.

FAQs on Water

Q.1 State the importance of water.

A.1 Water is of the utmost importance for human and animal life. It gives us water to drink. It also comes in great use for farmers and industries. Even common man requires water for various purposes like drinking, cleaning, bathing and more.

Q.2 List the ways to avoid wastage of water.

A.2 Everyone must avoid wasting water. We can do so by fixing our leaking taps, avoiding showers for bathing, and turning off taps when brushing. Furthermore, we can adopt rainwater harvesting system to conserve water.

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21.Some people think they have right to use as much fresh water as they want, while others believe that governments should strictly control the use of fresh water as it is limited resource. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

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