Question

What are the benefits of conservation and describe some common methods of water conservation.

Answer 1

Answer:

Water conservation is the reduction of water usage, wastage or loss which in turn benefits the needs of living beings. It involves the reduction in the usage of water as well as recycling the waste water for various purposes such as manufacturing, irrigation and cleaning. Water is the most important factor which every living being is in need of. Water conservation can be done at home by using low-flush toilets and low flow taps. Rain water harvesting is another method for conserving water.

The benefits of Water conservation are:

• saving money, environment and energy

• protecting the drinking water resources

• reduce or minimize the pollution and health problems

• reduce the need for new waste water treatment facilities

• save the aquatic environment

• save the energy which is required for heat, treat and pumping the water
• Conserving water can also be helpful during emergency cases such as drought, water contamination or mechanical failures.

Answer 2

Explanation:

protected the drinking water.