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Water project (Water pollution (Presence of chemical or biological agents…

- - - - Radiation
        
        presence of radioactive materials like microwaves and gamma-rays.
      - chemical
        
        Fertilizers, pesticides, petroleum products, chlorinated solvents,etc.
      - Oil spill
        
        spill of petroleum products or crude oil like gasoline and kerosene.
      - noise pollution
        
        elevated sound level over 85 dB may damage the organisms.
    - - Kidney and liver damage, thyroid system disorders, reproductive and endocrine repercussions, diarrhea, cramps and vomiting,etc.
        
        According to a Cornell University study, water pollution accounts for 80% of all infectious diseases. According to the same study, unsanitary living conditions generate 5 million deaths in a year.
  - - - Causes
        
        spills of oil and other chemicals carried by rains
        
        accumulation of feces generated by animals.
      - Examples
        
        Río Querétaro, Río San Juan, Presa Colòn and Centenario, etc.
- - - - Water Collection by Rainwater Harvesting
        
        Rainwater Harvesting refers to the action of capturing and accumulating the rainwater, in order to give a better use for later. This way erosion and the contamination of the surface water is prevented. A cistern is usually used to store the water.
        
        A cistern used for rainwater storage
      - Encourage an optimal use of water- Use water in a smart way and encouraging others to not waste water.
        
        Spread awareness about how to save water with simple tips like: taking shorter showers, washing the cars with a bucket and not with a hose and turning off the water while brushing your teeth
        
        CHANGE BEGINS WITH YOU!
      - Water Treatment -Processes that help water become more suitable for an specific use.
        
        An example of this is Reverse Osmosis in which underground water is taken and by the use of a Reverse Osmosis Plant, it's minerals are removed making the water safe to consume.
        
        Reverse Osmosis Plant