Water is an invaluable solvent surrounding Earth's seven continents. It is a transparent, odorless, and tasteless gaseous substance comprised of two hydrogen atoms and one oxygen atom. All life (human, plant, and animal) on Earth requires some measure of Water. Variance in geographic conditions prevents standardization of access, consumption, and water quality in global communities. Water quality often reflects the level of disturbance introduced into its natural settings. The Quality of Water (QoW) will efficiently inform readers about Water (conservation and preservation), beginning with ancient civilization's tools and techniques to capture and store the precious mineral, and later identifying the animal and plant bioindicators used to assess its quality. QoW also addresses the current trends in water contamination chemical (oil and gas) spills, consumer plastics and microplastics, radioactive waste, sunken vessels, artificial reefs, and antimicrobial resistance. It concludes with a listing of training and volunteer options and upcoming conferences so readers can become more involved in this mission and help conserve this planet's Water.
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