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80% of all illness in developing countries is caused by water related diseases. 90% of wastewater in developing countries is discharged directly into rivers and streams without treatment. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Words of the Day Advocate (verb) - Advocate (noun) - Words of the Day Advocate (verb) - to speak or write in favor of; recommend publicly Advocate (noun) - a PERSON who speaks or writes in defense of a cause Even minor tampering with nature is apt to bring serious consequences, as did the introduction of a single chemical. Genetic engineering is tampering on a monumental scale, and nature will surely exact a heavy toll for this trespass. EVA NOVOTNY Thought/Quote for the Day Water: Modern Day Liquid Gold Chinas thirst has quintupled since 1949 while available sources of water in China have largely remain unchanged. To fulfill this need, the Beijing government has ordered many projects to be completed to help fill these needs. One major project is the South-North Water Transfer Project. Once completed, it will provide northern China with water from the south and connect the Yangtze and Yellow rivers. Yangtze River The Three Gorges Dam Project How much do you know about the Three Gorges Dam Project? Discuss the pros and cons of the project. Advantages (Pros) 1.?Flood Control.? Chinese officials note that the dam will relieve the danger of flooding. 2.?Emissions reduction? Another advantage of the dam is to reduce emissions of sulfur dioxide and carbon dioxide. 3.?China is enforcing tight rules aimed at preventing construction work from causing environmental pollution, while advanced facilities are being installed to treat construction waste. By the year 2000, over 90 percent of waste water from construction is expected to be treated. Disadvantages (Cons) 1.?Relocation Chinese officials estimate that the reservoir will partially or completely inundate 2 cities, 11 counties, 140 towns, 326 townships, and 1351 villages. Abou