Match the word and its synonym.

 

1. devise 2. convenient 3. conduit 4. threat 5. available 6. purification 7. sufficient 8. keep up 9. demand 10. prevalent 11. harvesting 12. eventually

a) suitable b) collecting c) clearing d) need e) enough f) finally g) think out h) large pipe i) at hand j) keep pace k) common l) danger

 

Translate the sentences into Russian.

 

1). Water supply is the provision of water by public utilities, commercial organizations or by individuals, usually by a system of pumps and pipes.

2). About 14% (884 million people) did not have access to an improved water source and had to use unprotected wells or springs, canals, lakes or rivers for their water needs.

3). A clean water supply is the single most important determinant of public health.

4). Destruction of water supply infrastructure after major catastrophes (earthquakes, floods, war, etc.) poses the immediate threat of severe epidemics diseases, several of which can be life-threatening.

5). Water supply systems get water from a variety of locations, including groundwater, surface water (lakes and rivers), and the sea through desalination.

6). Many of the 3.5 billion people receive a poor or very poor quality of service, especially in developing countries where about 80% of the world population lives.

7). Clean and reliable drinking water is essential for good health.

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