EESA10H3 Chapter Notes - Chapter chap 7: Osmosis, Methemoglobinemia, Cryptosporidium Parvum
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Repair dripping faucets, running toilets, and leaky plumbing. Install low-flow toilets (or if possible, reduce tank volume by putting a plastic jug filled with water into the tank) Choose water-efficient new appliances (for example, dishwasher, washing machine: developing water-conscious habits indoors: Do not flush the toilet unnecessarily (for example, to dispose of tissues) Turn off the water while you scrub your hands, brush your teeth, or shave. Turn off the water while you wash dishes by hand fill the sink instead. Minimize use of garbage disposal compost if possible. Run washing machine only with full load; or set appropriate load size. Install an instant water heater at the kitchen sink: developing water-conscious habits outdoors: Plant grass and shrubs that do not demand a lot of water. Water using soaker hose or other drip irrigation techniques. Use mulch in gardens to keep water in the soil. Keep a shutoff nozzle on your hose.