A) Installing a fancy filtration system. B) Buying a large storage tank. C) Assess local regulations and requirements. D) Painting the collection surface.
A) Concrete roofing B) Asphalt roofing C) Clay tile roofing D) Metal roofing
A) A solar-powered bubbler. B) Leaf screen or gutter guard C) A pump with high pressure. D) A brightly colored tank.
A) It removes the initial contaminated rainwater runoff. B) It filters the water after it is stored. C) It measures the amount of rainfall. D) It adds minerals to the water.
A) To increase rainfall amounts. B) To hold the collected rainwater for later use. C) To filter the rainwater. D) To evaporate excess rainwater.
A) Food-grade plastic B) Untreated wood C) Galvanized steel D) Copper
A) Use an opaque tank or paint it a light color. B) Place a mirror on top of it. C) Wrap it in dark cloth. D) Heat the tank with a heater.
A) Algae makes the water look cleaner. B) Algae prevents freezing in winter. C) Algae can contaminate the water and affect its taste. D) Algae increases the amount of usable water.
A) Adding dirt. B) Boiling briefly C) Adding sugar. D) Ultraviolet (UV) light
A) Once every five years. B) At least twice a year C) Never. D) Only when it rains.
A) Adding fertilizer to the tank. B) Inspecting and cleaning filters. C) Painting the roof black. D) Removing all the water every week.
A) Water from swamps. B) Water from puddles. C) Water from industrial runoff. D) Rainwater from clean rooftops.
A) Boil it once. B) Add a little bleach. C) Just let it sit in the sun. D) Filter and disinfect it thoroughly.
A) It is naturally soft and free of chlorine. B) It contains lots of fertilizer. C) It is often highly acidic. D) It is always extremely hot.
A) Washing cars B) Watering plants C) Flushing toilets D) Drinking water without treatment
A) Regular rainfall. B) Animal droppings on the roof. C) Having a clean storage tank. D) Using a leaf screen.
A) To increase water pressure. B) To clean the tank. C) To prevent rainwater from flowing back into the municipal water supply. D) To measure the amount of rainwater.
A) Ensure the tank is sealed. B) Introduce stagnant water. C) Add sugar to the water. D) Leave the tank open to attract mosquito predators.
A) To increase the amount of water collected. B) To change the color of the water. C) To add minerals to the water. D) To remove sediment, debris, and other particles.
A) Send a sample to a certified laboratory. B) By looking at it. C) By tasting it. D) By smelling it.
A) Water softener B) Reverse osmosis filter C) Sediment filter D) Carbon filter
A) Use pipes made from food-grade or potable water-safe materials. B) Use any kind of pipe available. C) Use lead pipes. D) Use old rusty pipes.
A) To clean the inside of the tank. B) To allow excess water to escape when the tank is full. C) To measure the water level. D) To add water to the tank.
A) To identify it as non-potable water for irrigation and other uses. B) To prevent theft of the water. C) To make it look more attractive. D) To increase the value of your property.
A) Increased hydration. B) Improved skin health. C) Enhanced immunity. D) Exposure to bacteria and parasites.
A) Use a pressure washer every day. B) Install gutter guards or screens. C) Paint the gutters a bright color. D) Remove the gutters entirely.
A) A location far from your house. B) A location directly under a tree. C) A level and stable surface. D) A location near a power outlet.
A) Reduced water consumption. B) Improved soil drainage. C) Contamination of soil and plants. D) Increased plant growth.
A) Reduced risk of contamination and evaporation. B) Easier access to the water. C) More natural sunlight exposure. D) Lower installation cost.
A) Only when it rains. B) When sediment or debris accumulates at the bottom. C) Every day. D) Never. |