When is water safe to drink? - Mia Nacamulli
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Wondering about exactly what problem water contaminated with sewage could cause? Watch this TED Ed lesson: The Story of Cholera.
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The CDC has some information on chlorine and drinking water. How much chlorine is too much? Click here to find out about disinfection with chlorine.
What can you do to help keep worldwide water clean? Need inspiration? These two captivating TED Talks about ensuring clean water for all people are a great place to start. Deepika Kurup: A young scientist's quest for clean water and How to make filthy water drinkable: Michael Pritchard.
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