Figure 1: Water becomes progressively cleaner through each treatment stage
This diagram covers Water Treatment Process within Water Treatment for GCSE Chemistry. Revise Water Treatment in Using Resources for GCSE Chemistry with 23 exam-style questions and 15 flashcards. This topic shows up very often in GCSE exams, so students should be able to explain it clearly, not just recognise the term. It is section 2 of 14 in this topic. Focus on the labels, the relationships between parts, and the explanation that turns the diagram into an exam-ready answer.
Practice questions for Water Treatment
What does the term 'potable water' mean?
Explain what happens to the sewage sludge produced during waste water treatment, and why this process is useful.
Quick recall flashcards
Name two ways to conserve water at home
Low-flow taps/showers, dual-flush toilets, fix leaks, rainwater harvesting
What is potable water?
Water that is safe to drink (low levels of dissolved salts and microbes)