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How to use water purification tablets
Contributed by: Roe
  • 1. What is the primary purpose of water purification tablets?
A) To make water softer
B) To add flavor to water
C) To kill harmful microorganisms in water
D) To filter out sediment
  • 2. The effectiveness of purification tablets is most impacted by which water condition?
A) Water Clarity
B) Tablet Expiration Date
C) Water Temperature
D) Container Material
  • 3. What is the typical active ingredient in water purification tablets?
A) Vitamin C
B) Fluoride
C) Sodium Chloride
D) Chlorine or Iodine
  • 4. How long should you typically wait after adding the tablet before drinking the water?
A) Immediately
B) 30 minutes
C) 1 hour
D) 5 minutes
  • 5. What type of water is most suitable for purification tablets?
A) Boiling water
B) Clear water free of debris
C) Salt water
D) Muddy or stagnant water
  • 6. What should you do if the water is cloudy or contains sediment?
A) Boil the water after using tablets
B) Use more tablets
C) Filter the water before using tablets
D) The tablets will handle the sediment
  • 7. Can water purification tablets remove chemicals or heavy metals?
A) Yes, but only some chemicals
B) Only when combined with boiling
C) Yes, they remove all contaminants
D) No
  • 8. What is a potential side effect of using iodine-based water purification tablets?
A) Thyroid issues
B) Increased energy
C) Improved eyesight
D) Hair growth
  • 9. How should you store water purification tablets?
A) In a cool, dry place
B) In direct sunlight
C) In a humid environment
D) In the freezer
  • 10. What should you do if the purified water still has a strong chemical taste?
A) Boil the water again
B) Nothing, the taste is normal
C) Add more tablets
D) Add a taste neutralizer
  • 11. How many tablets are typically needed per liter or quart of water?
A) Always three tablets
B) Always one tablet
C) Always two tablets
D) Depends on the tablet instructions
  • 12. What is the shelf life of most water purification tablets?
A) 6 months
B) Varies, check the expiration date
C) 1 year
D) Indefinite
  • 13. Which group should be cautious about using iodine-based purification tablets?
A) Children over 12
B) Athletes
C) The elderly
D) Pregnant women
  • 14. What is the best way to confirm the effectiveness of the tablets after use?
A) Check for cloudiness.
B) Taste the water.
C) Check for a change in color.
D) There is no way to visually confirm.
  • 15. If you can't filter the water, what is the best way to prepare it for purification tablets?
A) Stir the water vigorously
B) Let the sediment settle before adding tablets
C) Use warm water
D) Add more tablets than recommended
  • 16. What alternative method can be used alongside water purification tablets for best results?
A) Distillation
B) Freezing
C) Adding lemon juice
D) Boiling
  • 17. If you are at high altitude, does the waiting time after adding the tablet change?
A) Decrease the waiting time
B) No, altitude doesn't matter
C) Increase the number of tablets
D) Sometimes, follow manufacturer instructions
  • 18. What is the risk of drinking untreated water, even if it looks clear?
A) Metal poisoning
B) Nutrient deficiency
C) Illness from microorganisms
D) Dehydration
  • 19. Why are water purification tablets useful for emergency preparedness?
A) Portable and effective
B) Filter out all pollutants
C) Provide essential minerals
D) Improve water taste
  • 20. What is the most important instruction to follow when using purification tablets?
A) Use as many as possible.
B) Always boil the water first.
C) Only use on clear water.
D) Read and follow the product label.
  • 21. If you accidentally ingest a water purification tablet directly, what should you do?
A) Drink plenty of water
B) Nothing, it's harmless
C) Contact a medical professional
D) Induce vomiting
  • 22. How does water temperature affect the effectiveness of purification tablets?
A) Tablets only work in boiling water.
B) Temperature does not affect tablet effectiveness.
C) Warmer water requires longer treatment time.
D) Colder water requires longer treatment time.
  • 23. What is the best container to use for purifying water with tablets?
A) Any clean container
B) Glass container
C) Porous container
D) Metal container
  • 24. What water source is LEAST suitable for purification tablets?
A) Sewage
B) Rain Water
C) Lake Water
D) River Water
  • 25. Can you use expired water purification tablets?
A) Effectiveness may be reduced
B) They are completely ineffective
C) They become more potent
D) Expiration dates don't matter
  • 26. Which statement is true about the use of purification tablets?
A) They are a permanent solution
B) They are a short term solution
C) They add minerals to the water
D) They improve the taste of water
  • 27. Can purification tablets be used to treat water for large groups of people?
A) Only for small families
B) No, they are only for individual use
C) Yes, use the same dosage as for one person
D) Yes, but require careful dosage calculations
  • 28. Is it safe to use purification tablets every day for a long period of time?
A) Not recommended, seek alternative solutions
B) Yes, if you use a taste neutralizer
C) Yes, it's perfectly safe
D) Yes, if you are healthy
  • 29. What waterborne diseases can purification tablets help prevent?
A) The Common Cold
B) Giardia and Cholera
C) Influenza
D) Measles
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