Water is often overlooked but a vital resource for all life on earth. Explore the incredible journey of water, from the refreshing scent of petrichor after a rain shower to the mind-bending reality that the water you drink could have once been sipped by a dinosaur. Discover the science behind the planet's hydrologic cycle and why only a tiny fraction of Earth's water is available for us to use, with about 97.5% being saltwater. Uncover fascinating facts, such as how a single large tree can release 100 gallons of water into the air daily through transpiration, and why ice's unique property of being less dense than liquid water is crucial for life. Learn about the staggering 322 billion gallons of water the United States uses daily and the simple, effective water conservation techniques you can use at home, like installing a rain barrel or detecting silent toilet leaks.

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