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Water is a vital inorganic compound essential for all living beings, playing crucial roles in biological functions, agriculture, and industry. It supports biodiversity by facilitating processes in plants, animals, and humans, while also being a key component in maintaining ecosystems. However, water pollution poses significant challenges, leading to health risks, ecosystem damage, and economic impacts.

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Water is a vital inorganic compound essential for all living beings, playing crucial roles in biological functions, agriculture, and industry. It supports biodiversity by facilitating processes in plants, animals, and humans, while also being a key component in maintaining ecosystems. However, water pollution poses significant challenges, leading to health risks, ecosystem damage, and economic impacts.

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WATER

AN ESSENTIAL CONSTITUENT OF ALL LIVING BEINGS


INTRODUCTION TO WATER
Water is an inorganic compound made up of 2 hydrogen and one oxygen atom. It
is a tasteless, odorless and nearly transparent yet a very vital component for
existence of life. It supports biological functions, agriculture, industry, and energy
production. Access to clean water is essential for survival, while water scarcity and
pollution pose significant global challenges. Water is also chemically important as
it is an universal solvent. It can dissolve many substances due to its polar nature -
one end of the molecule is slightly positive (hydrogen), and the other is slightly
negative (oxygen). This polarity allows water to interact with and dissolve a wide
range of compounds, making it essential for processes like nutrient transport in
living organisms and chemical reactions in nature.
WATER: ROLE IN BIODIVERSITY CONSERVATION

WATER IN PLANTS:
● Plant absorbs through xylem, water is an essential compound in
photosynthesis . The water is split in the chloroplast cells of plant in
presence of sunlight and oxygen (O₂), protons (H⁺), and electrons
(e⁻) are released. Later the proton and electron are used to release
oxygen and produce energy (atp) which is then converted to glucose.
● Water also is a medium for nutrient transportation.
● Water is therefore very essential for plants and therefore water
deficiency can lead to wilting, reduced growth , stunted growth and
leaf yellowing of the plant.ss
WATER : ROLE IN BIODIVERSITY CONSERVATION

WATER IN ANIMALS:
● Water is very important in the various processes in animal
body:
● Digestion: Helps break down food, dissolve nutrients, and
transport them in the body.
● Excretion: Removes waste via urine and sweat, keeping the
body clean and cool.
● Cell Function: Maintains hydration for metabolism and organ
performance
● Water helps maintain water-regulation and homeostasis
WATER: ROLE IN BIODIVERSITY CONSERVATION

WATER IN HUMANS:
● Water is essential for survival of human beings. It composes over 60 % of
the total human weight.
● Water is very important for functions in human beings such as blood
circulation, digestion and waste removal.
● Adequate water intake is vital for physiological functions, including nutrient
transport, waste excretion, and maintaining homeostasis. It supports skin
elasticity, joint lubrication, and efficient digestion.
● The impacts fo drinking less water / dehydration is fatigue, headaches, dry
skin, dizziness, poor focus, mood swings, and muscle cramps. Severe cases
can lead to kidney damage, heatstroke, or shock.
IMPORTANCE OF WATER: ECOSYSTEM
Water is a necessary need to maintain the ecosystem. All the aquatic animals rely on
water. Role of water in natural habitat:
● Life Support: Essential for the survival of all organisms, from microbes to large
animals.
● Habitat Provider: Oceans, rivers, lakes, and wetlands are home to countless species.
● Climate Regulation: Water bodies regulate temperature, humidity, and weather
patterns.
● Nutrient Cycling: Facilitates nutrient transport and recycling in ecosystems.
● Plant Growth: Essential for photosynthesis and maintaining soil moisture for
vegetation.

Water regulates climate by absorbing and storing heat, cooling through evaporation,
redistributing heat via ocean currents, and contributing to rainfall. It helps moderate
temperature extremes and supports global heat balance.
HUMAN ACTIVITIES AND WATER

WATER HAS MANY USES::


● HOUSEHOLD USES: Drinking, cooking, bathing and
cleaning
● AGRICULTURE USES:: Irrigation, livestock,
hydroponics, soil health and fertigation.
● INDUSTRIAL USES: Manufacturing, cooling
machinery, cleaning, processing, hydroelectric power.
WATER: A SYMBOL OF PURITY
Water is said to be holy in any almost all religions and culture.
● Purification: In many religions (e.g., Hinduism, Christianity, Islam), water is
regarded holy and is used for rituals of cleansing and purification.
● Symbolism: Represents life, renewal, and spiritual cleansing in various
cultures.
● Rituals and Ceremonies: Water is involved in baptism, prayers, and offerings
in different religious practices.
● Festivals: Used in celebrations like water festivals, sacred baths, and
processions (e.g., Ganga Aarti in Parts of India).

Therefore water is said to a symbol of purity and life in many cultures and
religions.
WATER POLLUTION
Water pollution is becoming a very common phenomenon leading to water being
contaminated, polluted and dirtied. It is mostly a result of human activities and
negligence.The causes of water pollution are: Industrial waste, agricultural runoff,
sewage disposal, plastic waste and oil spills. However , the effects are harmful:
● Health Risks: Contaminated water causes diseases like cholera, dysentery, and
typhoid.
● Ecosystem Damage: Pollutants harm aquatic life, disrupt food chains, and
damage habitats.
● Economic Impact: Reduces tourism, fishing, and agriculture productivity.
● Decreased Water Quality: Makes water unsafe for consumption and daily use.
Water pollution threatens both environmental and human health. It heavily
impacts the ecosystem.

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