Portable water tank

High school (ages 12+)
Making & Design

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/portable-water-tank

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is a portable water tank?A portable water tank is a foldable bag that can hold a lot of water. It can be rolled or folded when empty so it’s easy to carry and set up.
2. Why do portable water tanks use special fabrics like PVC-coated polyester?These fabrics are very strong and don’t let water leak. They also resist wear and can handle the sun’s UV rays, keeping the water clean.

Hydrostatic Pressure: The pressure exerted by a fluid at equilibrium due to the force of gravity.
Tensile Strength: The resistance of a material to breaking under tension.
Logistical Burden: The complexity and difficulty involved in planning and executing the movement and accommodation of resources.