Drinking water, also known as potable water, is water that is safe to drink or to use for food preparation. The amount of drinking water required varies. It depends on physical activity, age, health issues, and environmental conditions. Americans, on average, drinkone litre of water a day and 95% drink less than three litres per day. For those who work in a hot climate, up to 16 liters a day may be required. Water is essential for life.
Typically in developed countries, tap water meetsdrinking water quality standards, even though only a small proportion is actually consumed or used in food preparation. Other typical uses include washing, toilets, and irrigation. Greywater may also be used for toilets or irrigation. Its use for irrigation however may be associated with risks.
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