Water Unit

The Water Planet What are the main causes of water pollution? What can we, as individuals and as a community, do to reduce water pollution?

The Water Planet Read pg “The Water Planet” and take notes. Read pg. 114 “Keeping Water Clean and Safe” and take notes.

Major Types of Water Pollution Why is fertilizer considered a pollutant if it is needed by plants? What are some sources of water pollution from organic chemicals? Where do disease organisms that pollute water come from? What two types of water pollution can cause cancers in humans?

How You Can Prevent Water Pollution How should you dispose of old batteries? What happens to household chemicals when they are dumped down a drain?

PSA: How You Can Prevent Water Pollution Create a poster that informs other people about ways that they can prevent water pollution.