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What are the different physical and chemical methods to make water safe for drinking at home?
Asked by Topperlearning User | 29 Jul, 2016, 01:39: PM
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Water can be made safe for drinking by using the following methods:
(i) By Filtration: This is a physical method of removing impurities. A popular household filter is a candle type filter.
(ii) By boiling: Many households use boiling as a method for obtaining safe drinking water. Boiling kills the germs present in the water.
(iii) By using chlorine: Chlorination is a commonly used chemical method for purifying water. It is done by adding chlorine tablets or bleaching powder to the water.
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