Why do some people tie a thin piece of cloth on the mouth of water taps?

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Tap water is not comprised of only one substance. It is a mixture of water and other substances (contaminants). It may contain dissolved chemicals, undissolved substances, sand, small stones, dead insects, worms, etc. Thus, in order to filter the water from contaminants, some people tie a thin piece of cloth on the mouth of water taps.

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