23. (d) Do you think this water (muddy water after filtration) is now safe to drink? Why?

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The muddy water after filtration or loading is not fit for drinking.
The water which is obtained after filtration contains some bacteria and germs.
If this water will be consumed, it will cause various health problems.
Hence, this water is not safe to drink.

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23. (d) Do you think this water (muddy water after filtration) is now safe to drink? Why?

The muddy water after filtration or loading is not fit for drinking.The water which is obtained after filtration contains some bacteria and germs.If this water will be consumed, it will cause various health problems.Hence, this water is not safe to drink.

The muddy water after filtration or loading is not fit for drinking.
The water which is obtained after filtration contains some bacteria and germs.
If this water will be consumed, it will cause various health problems.
Hence, this water is not safe to drink.