Explain how rainwater harvesting can help in water conservation.answer this question in 50 to 70 words.pls answer correctly as many people are not .
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Diminishing flooding, erosion and the flow to stormwater drain by reducing peak storm water runoff
• Reducing water bills and demand on your community’s drinking water supply by using rainwater for flushing toilets, washing clothes, watering the garden and washing cars
• Improving plant growth by using rainwater for irrigation because stored rainwater is free from pollutants as well as salts, minerals, and other natural and man-made contaminants
• Making use of a valuable resource that is FREE
*As rainwater may be contaminated due to pollutants, it is often not considered suitable for drinking without treatment.
Basic configuration of a Rainwater Harvesting System
The basic principal of Rainwater harvesting systems is to channel rainwater from a catchment surface (roof or other raised solid surface), through a distrubution system (gutters, downspouts and pipes) and then into storage tank. Diagram of Rainwater Harvesting System
The storage tank can be above ground or underground and can be made from a variety of materials including plastic and metal. Water storage tanks should be covered to prevent mosquito breeding and to reduce evaporation losses, contamination and algal growth. Rainwater harvesting systems require regular maintenance