Water Pollution
How it's affecting our world and how we can prevent it.
What causes water pollution?
Affecting the United States greatly
Access to clean water is an urgent global health issue as well..
Society through Government takes action
What is so bad about not having water?
What do experts say about this?
This means that when people and/or industries release trash or chemicals in bodies of water, these reach more than 600 species who's lives are threatened and can lead to extinction.
"8 Million Tons Of Plastic Clutter Our Seas." NPR. NPR Christopher Joyce, n.d. Web. 16 Apr. 2015.
What can you do in your daily life to prevent water pollution?
7 Simple things in our daily lives can be done to prevent water pollution such as:
#1: Don't over-water lawns or gardens.
#2: trying to maintain shower time between 3-5 min.
#3: Run the dish or clothes washer only when you have a full load. This conserves electricity and water.
#4: Do not throw chemicals oils, paints and medicines down the sink drain or the toilet.
#5: Reducing the amount of hot water while taking a shower#6: Reuse water to wash different things like using the same water you used to wash your car to wash your garage.
#7: Recycle plastic to prevent it from ending up in water bodies. You can use water bottles to plant seeds and make your own greenhouse.