Activity 11.3: Let us find out, Fill the Column II and Column III in Table 11.1. Class 6
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Activity 11.3: Let us find out, Fill the Column II and Column III in Table 11.1. Class 6
Activity 11.3: Let us find out
Fill the Column II and Column III in Table 11.1.
Table 11.1: Wastage of water in your daily activities
Answer:
| Column I | Column II | Column III |
| Activity | How is water wasted ? | Suggest ways to reduce wastage of water. |
| 1. Hand washing | Leaving the tap running while washing hands | Turn off the tap while rubbing soap; use a bowl for rinsing. |
| 2. Washing clothes | Using a washing machine with a small quantity of clothes | Wash full loads clothes; use water-efficient machines. |
| 3. Washing utensils | Running water continuously while rinsing | Fill a basin with water for rinsing instead of running water. |
| 4. Taking shower | Long showers with the water running | Use water bucket. |
| 5. Cooking | Running water while washing vegetables | Soak vegetables in a bowl of water instead of running water. |
| 6. Gardening | Overwatering plants or using a water hose | Water early in the morning or late in the evening. |
| 7. Brushing teeth | Leaving the tap running while brushing | Turn off the tap while brushing; use a cup for rinsing. |