What are the three R's for stopping Water Pollution?
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
How can we prevent water pollution?
Use less water when brushing our teeth (Turn off the faucet).
How much fresh water do we have for drinking?
2.5%
How can we prevent water pollution?
Use less water in the shower.
What is "Water Pollution"?
Dirty or unsafe water.
How much rubbish is dumped into the ocean per year?
Over 17,000,000,000 pounds of rubbish is dumped into the ocean each year.
How much of the Earth is covered in ocean?
70%
What is this natural form of pollution called?
Volcanic Eruption
What is this called?
Sewage
Why is this water not safe to drink?
It should be "boiled" or "purified" before drink.
Who causes the most water pollution?
Humans/People
What causes water to get dirty?
Dirty particles and chemicals make water dirty.
What from farms causes pollution?
Fertiliser
How can we prevent water pollution?
Clean up after ourselves.
How can we prevent water pollution?
Bring your own bags when going shopping.
How can we prevent water pollution?
Don't put chemicals or paints down the sinks or toilets (unless they are safe to do so).
How many people don't have access to clean water?
Over 1,000,000,000 people don't have access to clean water.
How can we help prevent water pollution?
Recycle.
Where does silt come from?
Storms and flooding