earth science

2. Water is the world’s most precious resource. Besides being essential for life,
it stabilizes our climate, irrigates our crops, and lights our cities. Although
80% of the Earth’s surface is covered by water, only 0.5% is usable fresh
water.
Humans are just one aspect of the larger ecosystem that is Planet Earth, and
we share this resource with plant and animal species that also need water to
survive.
Clean water is becoming harder and harder to find; thus, we must take steps
to protect and improve this resource. The impacts of pollution and
population on water is the responsibility of us all.

3. Top 6 Ways to Protect and
Conserve Groundwater
Dispose of chemicals properly.
 Take used motor oil to a recycling center.
 Limit the amount of fertilizer used on
plants.
 Run full loads of dishes and laundry.
 Check for leaky faucets and have them
fixed.
 Abandon all wells that are not needed.