This document discusses issues relating to water quality and availability for human use. It begins by stating that water resources face threats from human activities, which impact water quality. Several human activities are mentioned like agriculture, urbanization, and waste disposal. The document then covers various physical and chemical attributes that determine water quality, such as temperature, odor, turbidity, and chemical characteristics. Issues like water scarcity caused by overuse are also discussed. The importance of conservation and protecting water resources is emphasized. Students are prompted to consider how they can personally promote water conservation and protection.