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Water
A clear transparent liquid, perfectly neutral in reaction and devoid of taste or smell
In the pure state it is composed of oxygen and hydrogen in proportion of 1:2 by volume
Functions of Water
It is a universal solvent. It is an efficient transport medium (nutrients) Facilitates thermoregulation in body. Helps in maintenance of blood and plasma volume
cellular osmotic pressure. constituent of enzyme & hormonal secretions.
Assist in secretary and excretory functions of body Valuable medium for administration of therapeutics. Helps in propagating useful aquatic flora and fauna. Essential for irrigation, power generation & domestic
purpose.
water
Worlds population increases by 74.8 million every United Nations declares 2005-2015 as Water for Life
year.
International Decade for Action and sets the world agenda on a greater focus on water- related issues.
Great consequence,
~1.8 million people die every year from diarrhoeal diseases Mostly from developing countries where 88% of diarrhoeal disease is attributed to unsafe water supply, inadequate sanitation and hygiene.