00:00 Why does your tap water sometimes try to perform magic tricks?
00:03 You know, like when it turns cloudy and then poof!
00:07 Clear as day? It's a little game of hide-and-seek it plays with teeny tiny air bubbles. Don't worry,
00:14 they'll rise to the top and fade away without causing any damage, even if you drink the water too soon.
00:20 When water travels up your pipes with too much pressure, it needs to release some of that gas.
00:26 Next time you see cloudy water, tell it to take a deep breath and let it all out.
00:31 If it looks like your tap water has a reddish color, it can be caused by iron, a natural component of drinking water.
00:40 This can give the liquid a rusty reddish brown color, or it can sometimes even turn yellow.
00:46 If the water appears more black than red, it could be a combination of iron and manganese.
00:53 While these metals can cause stains on laundry, they generally should not be harmful to your health.
00:59 These particles may also be the reason why your porcelain sink gets brown stains, too.
01:04 It's similar to the rust we see on metal surfaces.
01:08 It may be because the water source comes from groundwater that passes through rocks with iron-rich minerals.
01:15 Ever wondered why it takes a little longer to rinse the soap off your hands sometimes?
01:21 Well, it might be due to whether your water is hard or soft.
01:25 Soft water has less calcium and magnesium ions, while hard water has more.
01:31 When you're using hard water, the minerals can react with the soap and create some residue that sticks to your hands.
01:38 Don't worry, though. This can easily be rinsed off with a bit more water.
01:42 If you're used to hard water, washing your hands in soft water may feel a bit different
01:47 because the soap lathers up more easily and less soap is needed.
01:52 If you're stuck with a hard water issue, you could consider using a water softener to help with this problem.
01:58 Sometimes you might also notice some white flakes in your drinking water.
02:03 But don't worry, they're actually quite common and have a simple explanation.
02:07 It's hard water again.
02:09 It's nutrient-dense and contains high amounts of minerals like magnesium and calcium.
02:14 Go ahead and enjoy that tap water. It's still safe to drink.
02:18 Let's move on to some weird tap water smells, which you might need to watch out for as some can indicate more serious issues.
02:26 Have you noticed an earthy or rotten egg smell coming from your water?
02:31 This one is actually a pretty common issue caused by natural organic compounds or minerals in certain areas.
02:38 While these odors might be unpleasant, they're not usually harmful to our health.
02:44 Still, it's always good to be cautious and have your water tested by a certified laboratory just to be sure.
02:50 Have you sniffed your glass and suddenly felt the stench of chlorine or bleach?
02:56 No need to worry.
02:57 This can happen, especially during certain times of the year when water treatment plants add more chlorine to keep the pipes clean.
03:05 The good news is there's a solution.
03:08 Consider investing in a home water refiner, which not only softens your water, but also removes that pesky chlorine odor.
03:15 Your hair and laundry will also thank you, and you'll no longer have to deal with unpleasant water smells.
03:22 Tap water can sometimes have a metallic smell too, and this one is equally as common.
03:29 Most of the time, it's caused by a slightly acidic pH level.
03:33 Installing a good drinking water filter can help here too.
03:37 It will remove those metals and keep your water clean.
03:40 You can also consider getting a water softener to balance the pH level and protect your pipes.
03:46 Some people have experienced tap water that smells like dirt or fish.
03:52 It's not uncommon for the water to pick up odors from different sources, like algae or fungi, depending on the areas it had to travel through to reach your glass.
04:02 If you have well water, you may have noticed an earthy or musty smell too.
04:07 And the water can even leave a slimy residue.
04:10 You'll have to call in a professional to check your well water storage or install a well water filter to remove any impurities.
04:18 In case you notice that your tap water smells a bit like gasoline, you might need to act fast, as this can be something serious.
04:27 Promptly give your local health or utilities department a call to get to the bottom of the issue.
04:32 It could be something like a nearby landfill or factory contaminating your water supply, or even a fuel storage tank problem.
04:40 Tap water doesn't just come out of the ground that way, you know.
04:44 Most public drinking water systems use different treatment methods to provide safe options for their communities.
04:50 These systems often use a series of steps, including coagulation, flocculation, sedimentation, filtration and disinfection.
05:01 During coagulation, chemicals with a positive charge are added to the water to neutralize dirt and other particles.
05:07 Then, during flocculation, the water is gently mixed to form larger particles called flocs.
05:13 These flocs settle to the bottom during sedimentation, and the clear water on top is filtered through different materials to remove the dissolved particles and germs.
05:23 Water treatment plants may also use additional disinfectants to remove any remaining parasites, bacteria or viruses.
05:31 Don't worry, water treatment plants make sure that the water has low levels of disinfectants when it leaves the plant so that it's safe to drink.
05:39 The water used to quench the thirst of so many communities in the world is either surface water or groundwater.
05:47 The first one collects on the ground or in a body of water that's visible, like a street, river, lake, reservoir or ocean.
05:55 Groundwater, on the other hand, is found under the surface of the earth, between rocks and soil.
06:01 Some believe that groundwater is always clean because the soil acts as a natural water purifier.
06:08 Well, that's mostly a myth.
06:10 While the big particles are filtered out, there are many other elements that can contaminate groundwater, and we definitely don't want those in our drinking water.
06:19 Some of these elements are naturally occurring, while others are introduced by human activities, like farming or waste disposal.
06:28 It's always a good idea to have your well water tested for contaminants to ensure it's safe to drink.
06:36 There are a lot of people that think tap water is a big no-no when it comes to their hydration needs.
06:42 They choose to always go with bottled water.
06:45 But bottled water simply means that the liquid has been packaged in sealed containers for drinking.
06:51 It can come from various sources like springs, aquifers, icebergs or even municipal tap water supplies.
06:59 It's important to know that the primary difference between these two types of water is how they're delivered, not their source or quality, which can vary widely for both.
07:09 Neither is inherently safer or healthier, though tap water is typically cheaper.
07:15 If cost is not an issue, bottled water has its advantages.
07:20 It can be more convenient, it has a wide variety of delicious flavors to choose from, and it's often a safe option in areas where tap water is not available.
07:30 You can try doing your own tap water purifying experiment at home.
07:35 You'll need some plastic bottles, your purifying materials like sand, cotton, coffee filters or cleaning sponges, and some small jars.
07:44 Cut the bottoms of the plastic bottles and punch a hole through each lid.
07:49 If you have bottles with pop-top lids, you can skip this last step.
07:53 Then, place the bottles with the lids facing down in each jar.
07:57 Put each of the filters you've chosen in its designated bottle.
08:01 For filtering purposes, use water mixed with soil.
08:05 Make sure to give it a powerful stir before pouring the water into each bottle.
08:10 Also make sure to measure the quantity of water with a measuring cup.
08:15 You'll want to filter the same amount of water in each bottle if you want to have relevant results.
08:21 The best filter should be visible to the unaided eye.
08:24 Remember, however, that this water wouldn't be safe to drink.
08:28 Your plants might love it though.
08:30 That's it for today.
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