WATER IN NATURE & ENVIRNMENT

• Around 71% of the planet’s surface is covered by water.

• As nature's most important nutrient and we need water to survive.

• Water helps to transport oxygen, minerals, nutrients and waste products to and from the cells.

• Water is a chemical compound and polar molecule, which is liquid at standard temperature and pressure.

• Water chemical formula is H2O, meaning that one molecule of water is composed of two hydrogen atoms and one oxygen atom.

• Water is found almost everywhere on earth and we can’t survive without water

• Healthy rivers carry water to homes, farms, schools and businesses. Along the way they nourish entire ecosystems and provide important habitat for native plants and animals.

• Water for the environment is an important tool to ensure these natural systems survive and thrive for the benefit of all.

• Water for the environment helps to restore a more natural flow regime to rivers, creeks and wetlands.

• The construction of dams and weirs has provided a more reliable source of water for people but disrupted the natural flow cycle needed for healthy rivers and wetlands. Growing demand for river water has also seen an overall reduction in the amount of water available to support these floodplain habitats.

• Water for the environment is used to target specific outcomes for plants or animals by providing the right amount of water at the right time for them to feed, breed and grow.

• It is a critical tool to support the health of rivers and wetlands

• Recreational fishing, tourism, agriculture, industry and public health all benefit from robust and productive river systems.

• Water for the environment supports the health of the river so that it can in turn provide for human needs.

• As water moves onto the floodplain, it releases carbon that energises the food web.

• Rivers deposit sediment on the floodplain, nourishing soils and providing grazing habitat for native animals and livestock.

• These plants flower and set seed during watering events, providing food and shelter for a range of insects, frogs, reptiles and mammals.

• Woodland birds also respond to a healthy wetland environment. They feed, breed and move out into the surrounding landscape helping to pollinate plants and control pest insects.

• Water for the environment is vital to help maintain a healthy, productive and resilient river system for the benefit of plants, animals and people.

WATER IN BODY

• Around 60% of the body is made up of water.

• Adult humans are 60 percent water, and our blood is 90 percent water.

• There is no universally agreed quantity of water that must be consumed daily.

• Water is essential for the kidneys and other bodily functions.

• When dehydrated, the skin can become more vulnerable to skin disorders and wrinkling.

• Our joints and the disks of the spine, contains around 80 % water and long time dehydration can leading to joint pain.

• Saliva helps us digest our food and keeps the mouth, nose, and eyes moist.

• Blood is more than 90 percent water, and blood carries oxygen to different parts of the body.

• Dehydration can affect brain structure and function. • Water that is stored in the middle layers of the skin

• Water comes to the skin’s surface as sweat when the body heats up. As it evaporates, it cools the body. In sport.

• Dehydration can lead to digestive problems, constipation, and an overly acidic stomach.

• Dehydration can increase the risk of heartburn and stomach ulcers.

• Water is needed in the processes of sweating and removal of urine.

• A lack of water can cause blood to become thicker, increasing blood pressure.

• Dehydrated can make asthma and allergies worse. • Water makes it possible for them to reach different parts of the body.

• Insufficient water can lead to kidney stones and other problems.

• Water may also help with weight loss and maintain your body.

WATER IN DRINK & FOOD

• Water is a nutrient in food groups: grains, meats, dairy products, fruits, and vegetables. Major nutrients such as carbohydrates, proteins, water-soluble vitamins, and minerals.

• Water is an important element in all food processes: it is an ingredient for the preparation of beverages and food products.

• the most important media for cleaning and sterilization of equipment and processing plants, and an unavoidable source in the utilities when heating, cooling and power generation are required.

 • 100% water content in Water

• 90-99% water content in Fat-free milk, tea, coffee, juicy fruits such as strawberries and vegetables such as lettuce, celery, and spinach.

• 80-989 % water content in Fruit juice, yogurt, fruits such as apples, pears and oranges, vegetables such as carrots, and cooked broccoli

• 70-79 % water content in Bananas, avocados, baked potatoes, cottage and ricotta cheeses

• 60-69 % water content in Pasta, beans, and peas, fish such as salmon, chicken breasts, and ice cream

• 30-39% water content in Bread, bagels, and cheddar cheese

• 1-9% water content in Nuts, chocolate cookies, crackers, cereals.

• 0 % water content in Oils and sugars