Water treatment

Alright kiddo, let me explain water treatment to you in simple terms.

Water treatment is the process of making water clean and safe for people to drink, shower with, and use for other things. It's like giving a bath to water so that it's healthy to use!

First, the water goes through a process called coagulation. This means that a chemical called aluminum sulfate is added to the water which helps dirt and other yucky things stick together and form clumps called flocs.

After that, the water goes through a process called sedimentation. During this process, the flocs sink to the bottom of a big tank, leaving cleaner water on top.

Next comes filtration. This is where the water goes through special filters that remove even smaller particles that are still in the water.

Now it's time to add some chemicals to the water to kill any remaining germs and bacteria. This is called disinfection. Many places use a chemical called chlorine to disinfect the water.

Last but not least, the water is checked to make sure it's safe to drink. This is called water testing. If the water passes the test, it's sent to be distributed to homes and businesses, so people can use it for things like drinking, cooking, and washing up.

So, that's water treatment! It's a very important process that makes sure our water is clean and safe to use!