ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Integrated constructed wetland

An integrated constructed wetland is like a special ecosystem for cleaning up dirty water. It's like having a mini-spa for the water! This system works by using plants and some special soils and rocks to naturally purify water.

So, how does it work? Dirty water comes into the wetland, and it goes through some plants and soil, which act like filters. These plants take up nutrients and pollutants from the water and use them to grow big and strong. The water then flows into some special areas filled with rocks and gravel. These rocks and gravel help clean the water too! The bacteria and tiny organisms living in the rocks and gravel break down any remaining dirt and pollutants.

By the time the water leaves the wetland, it's nice and clean! It's like magic, but it's just science doing its job.

Integrated constructed wetlands are a great way to help the environment because they clean up water without using energy or expensive chemicals. They also provide a home for lots of animals, like frogs and birds, who love wetlands because they provide food and shelter.