INTRODUCTION
Water is a common chemical substance on planet Earth. In fact, Earth is sometimes called the “water planet” because almost 75% of its surface is covered with water. The term water generally refers to its liquid state, and water is a liquid over a wide range of temperatures on Earth. However, water also occurs on Earth as a solid (ice) and as a gas (water vapour). Water is a simple molecule, containing just three atoms and each molecule of water consists of one atom of oxygen and two atoms of hydrogen. The oxygen atom in a water molecule attracts electrons more strongly than the hydrogen atoms do. I understand that fact that water in its liquid state is needed by all living things. The Hydrogen bonds in water cause water to expand when it freezes. Therefore, it causes ice to have a lower density (mass/volume) than liquid water. The lower density of ice floats on water.
One of the Elements of my lifestyle affected and impacted by the life circle of water
Studies shows that most of the water on planet Earth is contained of saltwater especially in the oceans. Water has a special role to play in my entire life, Water as I understand is colourless, odourless and transparent. A medical research carried out a research and discovered that adult living in a temperate climate
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According to World Business Council for Sustainable Development, it applies to situations where there is not enough water for all to use, whether on agricultural, industrial or domestic. Countries such as North Africa, Middle East, India, China and more has begun to experience regular water stress. Recent studies show that more than 50 countries on five continents are said to be at risk of conflict over water. In the main time, the livestock sector is another major contributor to water shortage in our world
When atoms are cold they sink because they are more compacted and don’t move around as much. Sink or Float was a lab that showed about temperature and density changes. With the cold water we saw it sink and just stay at the bottom of the container without moving. When the hot water was added it made it rise to the top of the container and spread. That showed us that the bottom layers would be hotter and the top layers would be colder.
In the article, “Water Controversies Boil Over”, from Sacramento Bee “Opinion” section, published on APril 26, 2009 by Mat Wiser. He argues the conflict about conserving the water. Mat wiser exclaims that in the next year nations will fight over water, because it’s not being handled in the most efficient way it should be. Water isn’t being handled efficiently, and that kills land, food crops, and animals ecosystems. Mat Wiser says that, “There is probably enough fresh water available to meet humans needs the problem is poor management of water, which results in scarcity and conflicts,” (2009 Wiser).
Charles Fishman, author of The Big Thirst: The Secret Life and Turbulent Future of Water, presents in chapter ten, “The Fate of Water”, the importance of recognizing the value of water in order to solve water problems all over the world. Fishman uses Senator Arlen Specter’s town hall speech and an app called “Water Your Body” to point out that the real problems with water are water illiteracy and water mythology. He adds that water problems will be solved when people understand the beauty and qualities of water. In continuance, water has a personality and the presence of it can change moods and help people feel better. For instance, the WET company helps people see the beauty of water through magnificent water fountains.
Sharon Lei MCWP 40 029 Jennifer Huerta 15 October 2014 Fouling Our Own Nests Response An individual is composed of more than 60% water. With our bodies consisting of such a large percentage of water, water is vital and essential to everybody’s life. In “Fouling Our Own Nests” by Robert Glennon, Glennon begins his excerpt with a vignette taking place in Lake Havasu, a city that is known for their spring break parties and indulgence of fun.
Eurasian Watermilfoil Invasive species are becoming a big problem in today’s society. They are not native to the local habitat. A lot of times, invasive species are extraordinarily good at adapting to the environment. However, they can block out and do harm to other native organisms.
In this lab, the water molecules stick strongly together and
"I got sick and tired of looking at what looked like a pile of hay,"(Cave) said one of the residents in California. This woman was talking about using a spray paint to color her front lawn green. She may find that the sprayed grass solves her problem in her own yard, but everyone in California knows that there is a much more overwhelming problem that must be handled. Since 2011, there has been a serious problem of water shortage in California. Because of climate changes heating up the Earth and people using an extraordinary amount of water, California has become one of the worst drought areas in the United States.
When analyzing the book Waterlily, by Ella Cara Deloria, it is important to recognize the vital relationship she illustrates between the Dakota Sioux tribe and their values of kinship. The book both incorporates the complex nature of kinship, but also constructs a comprehensive timeline of the traditional lives of the Dakota Sioux and how the interact within their society. Deloria strives at epitomizing how important kinship is in everyday life for the Dakota Sioux; and how it keeps them organized into one exhaustive, organized society, thus allowing them to stand together in solidarity. The entire idea of how vital kinship is for the Dakota Sioux tribe is exemplified in the beginning of Waterlily, when Blue Bird and her grandmother leave the camp in order to gather food for the merciless winter which was ahead of them. After returning to their camp they were shocked to find that the camp had been ravaged, with the inhabitants of it either missing or slain.
Hydrogen is at the top of the periodic table because it is the lightest element. 90% of atoms are hydrogen. Most hydrogen is in water. When hydrogen is burned in oxygen, it forms H2O. Hydrogen has a single electron and is highly reactive. Hydrogen can also gain an electron when added to an Alkali Metal or an Alkaline Earth
“As the population rises, the world 's water usage will rise. Many areas of the world already suffer from a lack of fresh water,” (Population Control 3). If the world runs out of freshwater, humanity will plunge into chaos. Humanity needs water to survive, and that is a fact. Relationships between countries will be broken apart over disputes for water.
Ions (particles with a positive charge) are very effective at lowering the freezing point of water because they cause a large disruption in water molecules, weakening the intermolecular forces. The radius of the molecules particles also have an effect
Soap’s Effect on The Surface Tension Of Water By: Lusinda Garcia Biology I - Pre-AP December 10, 2017 Introduction Surface tension is when the surface of a liquid that’s in contact with gas, acts like a thin elastic sheet. Water has a high level of surface tension, which means that when the molecules on the surface of water are not surrounded by similar molecules on all sides, they're being pulled by cohesion from other similar molecules deep inside. These molecules bind to each other strongly but stick to the other mediums weakly. It has been proven many times that soap decreases water’s surface tension; however, there is still a vast amount of people that believe soap increases the elasticity of water’s surface tension. Soap’s negative
Desertification and climate change in drier areas causes severe water shortages and even droughts. Western culture has created an increase in urbanisation, population and industrialisation,
INTRODUCTION Water is a transparent and nearly colorless chemical substance that is the main constituent of Earth 's streams, lakes, and oceans, and the fluids of most living organisms. Water plays an important role in the world economy. Approximately 70% of the freshwater used by humans goes to agriculture. Fishing in salt and fresh water bodies is a major source of food for many parts of the world.
Directly or indirectly water has an effect on all the life forms inhabiting Earth. Vegetation is impossible without water, as we know plants need water for replenishment. On the same hand, both animals and humans also drink water, which is a major need of their bodies, without water they will loss normal functioning of body cells as boy cells require water, also its deficiency leaves the body dehydrated. Shortage or loss of water is a major threat to life sustainability on planet earth.