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H2O Taste Test

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Exploring Taste Differences

Conduct a water taste test! Without knowing which is which, taste different types of water including: rain, tap, bottled, alkaline, spring, etc. Can you tell the difference? What do you notice about each type of water? Which was your favorite?
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two girls sitting at a table enjoying glasses of water
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Science Seed

Only 3% of water worldwide is freshwater. Water from different sources can contain different amounts of minerals like calcium, magnesium, sulphur, and sodium, which can affect its taste. For example, spring water often has a distinct taste due to its mineral content. Tap water is usually treated with chemicals like chlorine for disinfection, which can give it a different taste. Alkaline water is treated to have a higher pH level and can taste slightly bitter or metallic. Rainwater is often fresh and neutral, but it may pick up slight flavors from the environment. The temperature of water can also affect taste perception. Cold water may taste crisper and fresher, while warm water might have a flat or stale taste.
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