The study which is irrelevant for the entire world is relevant for India as well.
i)true
ii) false
iii)both
Answers
True.
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Explanation:
Water molecule is made up of 3 atoms. 2 atoms of hydrogen and one atom of oxygen. They have imbalanced structure and this makes them stick and attract different substances. It is a chemical substance which is tasteless, odourless, colourless, transparent. It is chemically represented as H₂O. It is mostly used in making fertilizers. Its boiling point is 100-degree Celsius and melting point is 0-degree celsius. In the process of sweating, digestion, breathing body loses water content. Therefore, it is very important to drink water to keep it hydrated. Let’s see some other uses of water
List of uses of water
Water is stored in various parts of the world but not evenly distributed all over the earth. It is said to be a universal solvent. Various sources of water are – sea, lake, rain, well, stream, borehole and pond. It is used for washing, drinking, generating electricity etc. Below are the different uses of water in various fields:
Domestic uses of water
Water use for agriculture
Industrial uses of water
Domestic uses of water:
15 % of water is consumed for domestic purpose. Water is used for drinking, bathing, cooking food and washing dishes, clothes, fruits, vegetables and brushing teeth.
Water use for agriculture:
Agriculture is the largest consumer of water. About 70% of water is used for irrigation. Water is necessary for gardening, farming and fisheries. Plants require water to grow. During the process of photosynthesis, they consume water. To yield crops, fruits, flowers, vegetables they need sufficient water, manure, sunlight and oxygen.
Industrial uses of water:
It is either used in creating or to cool the equipment used for creating the product. Industrial water is used for washing, cooling, processing, transporting, diluting or fabricating of a product. The maximum amount of water is used in the production of chemical, paper and food.
Other uses are – it is used in transportation, manufacturing, hydroelectric power, removal of body wastes, tourism and recreation.
Frequently Asked Questions – FAQs
What is the most important use of water?
Possibly the most substantial everyday use of water for most people is household water use. Domestic use involves water used every day in the home, including water for ordinary household uses, such as drinking, cooking meals, bathing, washing clothes and dishes, flushing toilets, and irrigating lawns and gardens.
How is water useful to us?
In our body, water brings nutrients to all the cells and oxygen to our brain. Water enables nutrients, proteins, amino acids, glucose and other compounds to be consumed and assimilated by the body. Toxins and waste are washed out by sewage. In order to control body temperature, water helps.
Does water provide energy?
Water comprises two kinds of electricity, as many substances. Kinetic energy is considered the first kind of energy. This is electricity, such as action, that is used during the execution of processes. Water can flow due to kinetic energy, and waves can occur.
How is water useful to us?
In our body, water brings nutrients to all the cells and oxygen to our brain. Water enables nutrients, proteins, amino acids, glucose and other compounds to be consumed and assimilated by the body. Toxins and waste are washed out by sewage. In order to control body temperature, water helps.
What is the natural source of water?
Where does the water come from for drinking? Your drinking water comes from either groundwater or seawater, which are natural sources. Groundwater emerges from snow and rain that seeps through the ground. In open rooms and pores, or in deposits of sand and gravel known as aquifers, the water is collected.
This was a brief introduction to the uses of water in our daily lives. To know more about the uses of water download the BYJU’S – the learning app.