WATER

 

Water is a very common thing. We do not have to pay for it. It is one of the most essential things. We cannot live without water. No life on this earth is possible without it. All plants and animals require

water Water is plentiful on this earth. Two-thirds of the surface of the earth is covered with water. Water can be obtained from various sources. We get water from wells, tanks, springs, rivers and seas. We also get water from the rains.

Scientists say that water is made up of hydrogen and oxygen gases. Water contains two parts of hydrogen and one part of oxygen Water is colourless and odourless. Water is a liquid. It is also found in solid and gaseous forms. Ice is the solid form of water, and vapour is the gaseous form.

Water is a good solvent. It can dissolve many substances. Ordinary water contains some salts and minerals. The taste of water varies according to the amount of these salts and minerals. It is difficult to get pure water in Nature. Rainwater is the purest form of water, but it is not good for drinking Water has many uses. It is used for agriculture Crops cannot grow without water. When water is boiled, it becomes steam Steam. Can drive engines Water is used for drinking, bathing and washing

Our body contains a large amount of water So we should drink plenty of water Drinking water should be pure Il we drink impure water, we fall a victim to diseases. Impure water contains disease germs. Water can be purified by filtration and boiling. Boiled water is free from all kinds of impurities