Multidisciplinary Research Week 2013 at the University of Southampton. #MDRWeek. World Water Day and International Year of Water Cooperation 2013.
Water quality: addressing global problems at source’, Presentation by Dr Jim Wright, Geography and Environment, University of Southampton.
See the latest videos, interviews, pictures, tweets and views from the floor at: www.southampton.ac.uk/multidisciplinary
Over 6000 children in Africa die each day from drinking dirty water as they cannot afford clean water and must walk miles to rivers and streams. Deforestation has led to the loss of 80% of the world's forests and almost 800 species becoming extinct, while climate change is melting polar ice caps and threatening polar bears. The document provides tips to reduce water pollution such as not littering in waterways and cleaning up rubbish found in rivers.
Nearly all water in the world contains contaminants, even in the absence of nearby pollution-causing activities
Many dissolved minerals, carbon compounds, and microbes find their way into drinking water as it comes in contact with air and soil
When pollutant and contaminant levels in drinking water are high, they may affect household routines and be detrimental to human health
The only way to ensure that your water supply is safe is to have a periodic laboratory water quality analysis done on your drinking water. Hach India is the leading provider of high end water quality analysis equipment in india
This document outlines World Health Organization guidelines for drinking water quality. It discusses parameters for acceptability, microbiological, chemical, and radiological quality. It provides threshold values for physical parameters like turbidity and chemical constituents like chlorides, hardness, pH and heavy metals. It also addresses bacteriological indicators of contamination, disinfection methods, and biological aspects related to protozoa and helminths. Further, it outlines limits for inorganic and organic constituents and discusses principles for establishing safe drinking water guidelines like tolerable daily intake. The document emphasizes the importance of surveillance functions like water source approval, monitoring programs, and inspection to help provide safe drinking water.
Water quality refers to the chemical, physical, and biological characteristics of water. It is determined by measuring various parameters and comparing them to standards for different intended uses like drinking water, recreation, agriculture, and ecosystem health. Assessing water quality involves understanding natural and human factors that can influence contaminant levels. Monitoring programs and technologies help evaluate water quality over time and inform policies to protect water resources and public health.
Water quality can be assessed through various physical, chemical, and biological indicators. It depends on factors like geology, ecosystem, and human activities. Standards are set based on intended uses like drinking, industrial, or environmental. Water is sampled and tested using on-site or laboratory methods to monitor these indicators. Maintaining adequate water quality is important for public health and ecosystem protection.
The document summarizes the water cycle through the processes of evaporation, condensation, precipitation, and collection. It also discusses transpiration in plants and how little of the Earth's water is actually drinkable. The cycle replenishes water in rivers, lakes, and oceans so it can evaporate again and return to the air through heating from the sun.
Multidisciplinary Research Week 2013 at the University of Southampton. #MDRWeek. World Water Day and International Year of Water Cooperation 2013.
Water quality: addressing global problems at source’, Presentation by Dr Jim Wright, Geography and Environment, University of Southampton.
See the latest videos, interviews, pictures, tweets and views from the floor at: www.southampton.ac.uk/multidisciplinary
Over 6000 children in Africa die each day from drinking dirty water as they cannot afford clean water and must walk miles to rivers and streams. Deforestation has led to the loss of 80% of the world's forests and almost 800 species becoming extinct, while climate change is melting polar ice caps and threatening polar bears. The document provides tips to reduce water pollution such as not littering in waterways and cleaning up rubbish found in rivers.
Nearly all water in the world contains contaminants, even in the absence of nearby pollution-causing activities
Many dissolved minerals, carbon compounds, and microbes find their way into drinking water as it comes in contact with air and soil
When pollutant and contaminant levels in drinking water are high, they may affect household routines and be detrimental to human health
The only way to ensure that your water supply is safe is to have a periodic laboratory water quality analysis done on your drinking water. Hach India is the leading provider of high end water quality analysis equipment in india
This document outlines World Health Organization guidelines for drinking water quality. It discusses parameters for acceptability, microbiological, chemical, and radiological quality. It provides threshold values for physical parameters like turbidity and chemical constituents like chlorides, hardness, pH and heavy metals. It also addresses bacteriological indicators of contamination, disinfection methods, and biological aspects related to protozoa and helminths. Further, it outlines limits for inorganic and organic constituents and discusses principles for establishing safe drinking water guidelines like tolerable daily intake. The document emphasizes the importance of surveillance functions like water source approval, monitoring programs, and inspection to help provide safe drinking water.
Water quality refers to the chemical, physical, and biological characteristics of water. It is determined by measuring various parameters and comparing them to standards for different intended uses like drinking water, recreation, agriculture, and ecosystem health. Assessing water quality involves understanding natural and human factors that can influence contaminant levels. Monitoring programs and technologies help evaluate water quality over time and inform policies to protect water resources and public health.
Water quality can be assessed through various physical, chemical, and biological indicators. It depends on factors like geology, ecosystem, and human activities. Standards are set based on intended uses like drinking, industrial, or environmental. Water is sampled and tested using on-site or laboratory methods to monitor these indicators. Maintaining adequate water quality is important for public health and ecosystem protection.
The document summarizes the water cycle through the processes of evaporation, condensation, precipitation, and collection. It also discusses transpiration in plants and how little of the Earth's water is actually drinkable. The cycle replenishes water in rivers, lakes, and oceans so it can evaporate again and return to the air through heating from the sun.
Water conditions vary globally, with some parts of Africa having poor water quality while water in America is very clean. Irish aid agencies and America provide support to third world countries and areas lacking clean water by trying to eliminate dirty water and provide access to clean water for thirsty people. The document was written by John and Matt and discusses global variations in water conditions and international aid efforts related to water quality.
Several countries and regions suffer from droughts including Afghanistan, Australia, Brazil, and Africa. Afghanistan and Africa experience particularly severe and recurring droughts. Dirty water can cause illnesses like vomiting, diarrhea, and cholera. Cholera is caused by bacteria found in contaminated food or water and kills tens of thousands each year, though many deaths could be prevented with prompt treatment. Conservation methods outlined on the provided website can help reduce water usage.
The River Avoca in County Wicklow, Ireland is the most polluted river in the country. At 56.3 km long, the River Avoca has high levels of pollution. It is located in County Wicklow and has earned the unfortunate distinction of being the most polluted river in Ireland.
Over 1 billion people worldwide, or 1 in 8 people, do not have access to clean drinking water. In Africa, many people have to drink dirty, polluted water that contributes to thousands of child deaths per day from water-borne diseases. While most people in developed nations take clean water for granted from taps, in places like Africa people have to deal with the health crisis of not having reliable access to safe water.
The document is a quiz about different freshwater fish species. It provides descriptions of 5 fish - Atlantic salmon, brown trout, pike, eel, and cod. Each fish requires freshwater to survive and the descriptions provide details about where each lives and breeds. The conclusion emphasizes the importance of keeping freshwater clean to protect the many fish species that depend on it.
This document discusses several types of fish, including pike which can grow up to 120 cm, koi carp which are colorful and originally from Japan, salmon which are born in fresh water but live in the sea as adults and have shiny silver coats as juveniles, cod which live in salt water and come in Atlantic, Pacific and Greenland species, tuna which are commonly consumed and migrate throughout their lives rather than staying in one place, and haddock which live in salt water and have a distinguishing black line along their back.
Pollution is harming water quality. Mayflies indicate clean water while rat tail maggots suggest pollution from factories improperly disposing of chemicals, dumping, and organic waste. Living things in polluted waters can develop diseases over time, potentially spreading to other animals and causing problems for humans who rely on the water. Three-quarters of Africans depend on groundwater, yet pollution and climate change endanger water access for over 300 million people on that continent.
This document lists several types of fish including tuna, cod, haddock, koi carp, goldfish, and salmon that are potentially featured in a fish slideshow.
This poem is about fish and fishing. It describes fish as a favorite dish, caught in nets but not kept as pets. The fishermen catch fish in the sea and sell them to be cooked and eaten, though sometimes their catches are less than hoped for. The poem encourages going to the beach or bridge to get fresh fish for one's fridge.
The document provides safety tips for fishing and being near rivers, advising children to stay away from giant hogweed, always be accompanied by an adult, tell an adult when going to the river, not play with fishing hooks which can be dangerous, and get help from an adult if one gets caught. It also warns about leeches in bad water which can attach and suck blood but can be removed.
The River Nore flows through counties Tipperary and Kilkenny in Ireland, joining the River Barrow, and is known as one of the best fishing spots in Ireland. It is home to salmon, sea trout, and brown trout during open seasons from March to September. The River Nore is long and mostly flat, passing through towns as it makes its way to the sea, and is dotted with weirs along villages. It has been an important fishing location for generations of local families.
Madagascar is home to a diverse array of unique wildlife, including 70 types of lemurs and the world's largest and smallest chameleons. The population is over 20 million people, most of whom are Malagasy. While the traditional beliefs include ancestors as gods, Christianity and Islam also have many followers. Local cuisine features staples like root vegetables and grains with small amounts of meat as a side.
Ghana is a country located in West Africa with a capital of Accra and estimated population of over 23 million people. Its currency is the Cedi. The current president is Prof. John Atta Mills, who was elected in 2009 at age 77. Major religions in Ghana include Christianity, Islam, Buddhism, and Judaism. Soccer is very popular and Ghana nearly made the World Cup semi-finals in 2010 before losing on penalties to Uruguay. Traditional textiles and diverse dances are an important part of Ghanaian culture. Common foods include fufu, which is often served with meat or beans.
Ivory Coast is located in West Africa, bordering Ghana and Liberia. Its capital is Abidjan and main cities include Abobo, Bouake, and Daloa. The economy relies on agriculture including rubber, coffee, bananas, cocoa, and beans. In football, their captain is Didier Drogba and their nickname is "The Elephants". Alassane Quattara is the current president, having taken power in 2011 after disputed elections led to violence.
South Africa is located in southern Africa, with its capital city of Johannesburg. The country's currency is the Rand, and its current president is Jacob Zuma. Nelson Mandela, born in 1918, was imprisoned for 27 years in Robben Island for fighting apartheid but became South Africa's first black president from 1994-1999 after his release. South Africa hosted the 2010 FIFA World Cup, with Spain defeating Netherlands in the final.
Senegal is a country located on the west coast of Africa, bordered by Guinea, Mali, and Mauritania. The capital and largest city is Dakar. Senegal's national soccer team is called the Lions of Teranga and reached the quarterfinals of the 2002 World Cup. The current president is Abdoulaye Wade, who came to power in 2000. The national stadium, built in 1985, is called Leopold Sedar Senghor and seats 60,000 people.
Kenya is an east African country located on the equator with a population of 41 million people. It has 47 counties and its capital and largest city is Nairobi. Kenya has a warm, humid climate and its main religions are Catholic and Muslim. Kenya is famous for its safaris and big five animals including lions, leopards, elephants, buffalos, and rhinos.
Cameroon has a population of over 18 million people and its capital and largest city is Yaounde, which has a population of 1.4 million. The country has a land area of 465,400 square kilometers and its highest point is Mount Cameroon at 4,095 meters. Some of Cameroon's most popular foods include manioc leaves, stuffed bread with salad, grilled chicken and fish with thick sauces made from rice or mashed potatoes. The main music genre is makossa.
Nigeria has a population of over 152 million people and its capital is Abuja. The country gained independence from Britain in 1960 and has 36 states. Nigeria faces economic and security challenges but also has a diverse culture with many languages, religions, and traditions across its regions.
Rwanda is a small country with a population of over 11 million. The majority religions are Catholic and Protestant. Popular dishes include green peas, sweet potatoes, and fish curry. Natural resources include gold, tin ore, coffee, and tea. Popular attractions are the Musanze Cave, Genocide Memorials, and Kabgayi Church Museum. Rwanda's capital and largest city is Kigali, with a population of over 900,000. Common animals include gorillas, antelope, monkeys, and hippos. The currency is the Rwandan franc.
Water conditions vary globally, with some parts of Africa having poor water quality while water in America is very clean. Irish aid agencies and America provide support to third world countries and areas lacking clean water by trying to eliminate dirty water and provide access to clean water for thirsty people. The document was written by John and Matt and discusses global variations in water conditions and international aid efforts related to water quality.
Several countries and regions suffer from droughts including Afghanistan, Australia, Brazil, and Africa. Afghanistan and Africa experience particularly severe and recurring droughts. Dirty water can cause illnesses like vomiting, diarrhea, and cholera. Cholera is caused by bacteria found in contaminated food or water and kills tens of thousands each year, though many deaths could be prevented with prompt treatment. Conservation methods outlined on the provided website can help reduce water usage.
The River Avoca in County Wicklow, Ireland is the most polluted river in the country. At 56.3 km long, the River Avoca has high levels of pollution. It is located in County Wicklow and has earned the unfortunate distinction of being the most polluted river in Ireland.
Over 1 billion people worldwide, or 1 in 8 people, do not have access to clean drinking water. In Africa, many people have to drink dirty, polluted water that contributes to thousands of child deaths per day from water-borne diseases. While most people in developed nations take clean water for granted from taps, in places like Africa people have to deal with the health crisis of not having reliable access to safe water.
The document is a quiz about different freshwater fish species. It provides descriptions of 5 fish - Atlantic salmon, brown trout, pike, eel, and cod. Each fish requires freshwater to survive and the descriptions provide details about where each lives and breeds. The conclusion emphasizes the importance of keeping freshwater clean to protect the many fish species that depend on it.
This document discusses several types of fish, including pike which can grow up to 120 cm, koi carp which are colorful and originally from Japan, salmon which are born in fresh water but live in the sea as adults and have shiny silver coats as juveniles, cod which live in salt water and come in Atlantic, Pacific and Greenland species, tuna which are commonly consumed and migrate throughout their lives rather than staying in one place, and haddock which live in salt water and have a distinguishing black line along their back.
Pollution is harming water quality. Mayflies indicate clean water while rat tail maggots suggest pollution from factories improperly disposing of chemicals, dumping, and organic waste. Living things in polluted waters can develop diseases over time, potentially spreading to other animals and causing problems for humans who rely on the water. Three-quarters of Africans depend on groundwater, yet pollution and climate change endanger water access for over 300 million people on that continent.
This document lists several types of fish including tuna, cod, haddock, koi carp, goldfish, and salmon that are potentially featured in a fish slideshow.
This poem is about fish and fishing. It describes fish as a favorite dish, caught in nets but not kept as pets. The fishermen catch fish in the sea and sell them to be cooked and eaten, though sometimes their catches are less than hoped for. The poem encourages going to the beach or bridge to get fresh fish for one's fridge.
The document provides safety tips for fishing and being near rivers, advising children to stay away from giant hogweed, always be accompanied by an adult, tell an adult when going to the river, not play with fishing hooks which can be dangerous, and get help from an adult if one gets caught. It also warns about leeches in bad water which can attach and suck blood but can be removed.
The River Nore flows through counties Tipperary and Kilkenny in Ireland, joining the River Barrow, and is known as one of the best fishing spots in Ireland. It is home to salmon, sea trout, and brown trout during open seasons from March to September. The River Nore is long and mostly flat, passing through towns as it makes its way to the sea, and is dotted with weirs along villages. It has been an important fishing location for generations of local families.
Madagascar is home to a diverse array of unique wildlife, including 70 types of lemurs and the world's largest and smallest chameleons. The population is over 20 million people, most of whom are Malagasy. While the traditional beliefs include ancestors as gods, Christianity and Islam also have many followers. Local cuisine features staples like root vegetables and grains with small amounts of meat as a side.
Ghana is a country located in West Africa with a capital of Accra and estimated population of over 23 million people. Its currency is the Cedi. The current president is Prof. John Atta Mills, who was elected in 2009 at age 77. Major religions in Ghana include Christianity, Islam, Buddhism, and Judaism. Soccer is very popular and Ghana nearly made the World Cup semi-finals in 2010 before losing on penalties to Uruguay. Traditional textiles and diverse dances are an important part of Ghanaian culture. Common foods include fufu, which is often served with meat or beans.
Ivory Coast is located in West Africa, bordering Ghana and Liberia. Its capital is Abidjan and main cities include Abobo, Bouake, and Daloa. The economy relies on agriculture including rubber, coffee, bananas, cocoa, and beans. In football, their captain is Didier Drogba and their nickname is "The Elephants". Alassane Quattara is the current president, having taken power in 2011 after disputed elections led to violence.
South Africa is located in southern Africa, with its capital city of Johannesburg. The country's currency is the Rand, and its current president is Jacob Zuma. Nelson Mandela, born in 1918, was imprisoned for 27 years in Robben Island for fighting apartheid but became South Africa's first black president from 1994-1999 after his release. South Africa hosted the 2010 FIFA World Cup, with Spain defeating Netherlands in the final.
Senegal is a country located on the west coast of Africa, bordered by Guinea, Mali, and Mauritania. The capital and largest city is Dakar. Senegal's national soccer team is called the Lions of Teranga and reached the quarterfinals of the 2002 World Cup. The current president is Abdoulaye Wade, who came to power in 2000. The national stadium, built in 1985, is called Leopold Sedar Senghor and seats 60,000 people.
Kenya is an east African country located on the equator with a population of 41 million people. It has 47 counties and its capital and largest city is Nairobi. Kenya has a warm, humid climate and its main religions are Catholic and Muslim. Kenya is famous for its safaris and big five animals including lions, leopards, elephants, buffalos, and rhinos.
Cameroon has a population of over 18 million people and its capital and largest city is Yaounde, which has a population of 1.4 million. The country has a land area of 465,400 square kilometers and its highest point is Mount Cameroon at 4,095 meters. Some of Cameroon's most popular foods include manioc leaves, stuffed bread with salad, grilled chicken and fish with thick sauces made from rice or mashed potatoes. The main music genre is makossa.
Nigeria has a population of over 152 million people and its capital is Abuja. The country gained independence from Britain in 1960 and has 36 states. Nigeria faces economic and security challenges but also has a diverse culture with many languages, religions, and traditions across its regions.
Rwanda is a small country with a population of over 11 million. The majority religions are Catholic and Protestant. Popular dishes include green peas, sweet potatoes, and fish curry. Natural resources include gold, tin ore, coffee, and tea. Popular attractions are the Musanze Cave, Genocide Memorials, and Kabgayi Church Museum. Rwanda's capital and largest city is Kigali, with a population of over 900,000. Common animals include gorillas, antelope, monkeys, and hippos. The currency is the Rwandan franc.