ABSTRACT
In this chapter we will learn about the water cycle and briefly discuss potable water, or water that is treated to ensure that it is safe for human consumption. We will also look at ways in which our water supply becomes contaminated. We will place particular focus on human causes of contamination and relate that information to
practices. Thus, there are practices that can be altered to reduce or eliminate some sources of pollution, and other practices that can aid in remediating the problem. These will be explored and discussed in this chapter.
