Based on the passage "Earthships," what does the term gray water mean?

filtered drinking water

pure spring water

reusable wastewater

gutters that collect rainwater

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Earthships

­­­­­What is an earthship?

An earthshi­­­p is a home designed to make use of recycled materials and increase energy conservation. Ideally, by living in an earthship, a person can have a home that is “off the grid.” People who live in earthships do not depend on outside sources for electricity, food, or water. Building an earthship may be an attractive choice for those who want to use fewer of our planet’s non-renewable resources.

The Foundation

First, the foundation is built by firmly packing dirt inside recycled tires. Then, the tires are placed in a pyramid-like stack going as high as needed. Next, cement is spread and smoothed between the tires to create a solid wall. When this is finished, the walls are sealed with a protective coating and painted. Some interior walls are built using recycled cans and cement, also sealed with a protective coating.

Solar Energy

Solar panels give enough stored energy in batteries to provide electricity for appliances, lighting, and electronics. However, solar-powered batteries hold about one-third the charge of energy used in a regular household wired for electricity. This means that people either buy more batteries or intend to use less electricity than a conventional household. Ideally, earthships are built in places where there is an abundance of sunshine year-round.

Floor-to-ceiling windows on an earthship’s south wall also allow plenty of sunlight. It is important that no trees block the light on this side of the house. The sunlight shines directly onto a brick floor, which then absorbs the heat. This provides enough warmth to maintain a comfortable temperature in the house for the rest of the day. This method of heating the home is called passive solar. Most earthships also have either a wood stove or a heater that uses propane, a type of natural gas. These heat sources are useful on cloudy days. During the summer, the combination of the cool temperature of the earth beneath the floor plus the thick walls can keep the house comfortable without the use of air-conditioning.

Recycled Water

Gutters on the roof collect rainwater that then trickles down into large storage barrels. The water is used for taking showers, doing dishes, and flushing the toilet. It is also filtered for drinking. People sometimes build a greenhouse to grow their own food. Water that has been used for dishwashing or showers can be saved if the soaps are chemical-free. This recycled “gray” water can be used yet again to water the plants in the greenhouse.

Potential Problems

Earthships have been around since the 1970s. Now, ­­long-term studies have revealed some problems. For one, without sufficient sunlight during the winter, large amounts of natural gas known as propane and/or wood are used to heat the home. Propane use can be costly, and unless one has planned far ahead, a wood supply can be quickly depleted.

Another problem is that tires used in the foundation walls can, after a long period of time, begin to crack, releasing a toxic gas that has built up over time in the walls. The use of cement, which is a porous material with many small holes and spaces, allows the gases to leak into the air. The type of gas emitted is not detectable by smell but can make people sick. To address this problem, the walls of the home needs to be resealed every year.

Cost can also be a significant challenge. Some earthship building companies claim that it is far cheaper to build an earthship because only recycled materials are used. Also, a contractor’s license or training is not needed to build one. This, though, is true if it is built 100% by the owner, which could take years to complete. Additionally, the cement, plumbing, and electrical components, as well as the cost of installing solar panels, can be expensive. Just as with the construction of a conventional home, proper permits are often needed to build an earthship.

There are clear advantages and disadvantages to these unique homes. As technology improves and new solutions are discovered, earthships may continue to be a wise way to live sustainably using minimal resources.

Answer:

reusable wastewater

Explanation:

Water that has been used for dishwashing or showers can be saved if the soaps are chemical-free. This recycled “gray” water can be used yet again to water the plants in the greenhouse.

Answer:

c

Explanation:

What does the phrase "lost himself in sweet fancies" mean in paragraph 5?
(A) He was starting to drift into his dream state.
(B) He was dreaming of finding unusual candies.
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He was dreaming more clearly than before.
(D.
He was starting to become anxious about his dream.

This wish was granted two years later, following the 1974 season, when the Cleveland Indian's gave there managerial post
to Frank Robinson, a Hall of Fame bound slugger who was then still an active player.
Read the passage underlined (6). There may be a mistake in punctuation, capitalization, or spelling. If you find a mistake, choose
the answer that corrects the mistake. If there is no mistake, choose 'Correct as is.'
A)
Correct as is.
B)
when the Cleveland Indians gave their managerial post to Frank Robinson,
a Hall of Fame bound slugger
when the Cleveland Indians gave there managerial post, to Frank Robinson,
a Hall of Fame bound slugger
D)
when the Cleveland Indians, gave their managerial post to Frank Robinson,
a Hall of Fame bound slugger

15. Read the following paragraph and identify the best sentence to start a new paragraph.
Spam is a type of meat that comes in a can. It's mostly composed of pork and ham, though there are other additives such as salt and starci
1937, Spam became important to the diet of American soldiers during World War ll who could not get fresh meat on the front lines. Since US soldiers occupied many Pacific islands,
Spam was introduced there, too, and became a surprisingly popular delicacy. In particular, Hawaii has taken up Spam as a part of the local cuisine. Hawaiian McDonald's restaurants
serve Spam, and now so do Hawaiian Burger Kings. In fact, some people refer to Spam as "the Hawaiian steak."

Which two of the following advances did Europeans borrow from China?

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The photograph and caption below paragraph 1 help the reader understand that

To understand the main idea of an informational text, you should ask yourself

“Does the author include relevant details?”
“What is this mostly about?”
“Which facts support the claim?”
“What evidence does the author provide?”

What are the advantages of foot spa treatment?

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28.What is the best way to rewrite the underlined words below to make one sentence?

By 1936, the group started to partner with commercial bakers to sell cookies across the nation. Since then, Girl Scout cookies have become more than a fundraiser.

A. the nation; and since then,
B. the nation and since then,
C. the nation, and since then,
D. the nation and, since then,

If you read Virginia Conversation please help me

in expert from the shopping cart what does in the article the authors purpose is most likely to mean​

Read the article below to learn about the design of different chairs from different periods of history. Then write 1-2 paragraphs about what chair designs tell you about historical perspectives on comfort, power, beauty, and the human body.

List four characteristics of an epic hero. (1 point for each)
odyssey part 1/QUIZ

write an argumentative essay that says traveling by air is better than traveling by road
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Which statement best summarizes the passage? A. The bobsledding team of Jean Racine and Gea Johnson could win an Olympic medal. They are counting on Johnson's strength to help them do well. B. Sports Illustrated has predicted that Jean Racine and Gea Johnson will win a bronze medal in the Olympics. They will compete in bobsledding. C. Gea Johnson is the fittest athlete in the Olympic bobsled race. She is a former Ms. National Fitness. She also won the NCAA heptathlon in 1990. D. Jean Racine is considerably smaller than other Olympic bobsled drivers. She is only 5-foot-4. Susi Erdmann, of Germany, is almost a foot taller.

1. Which of the following statements about social media use and well-being is true? *

Spending more time on social media will make you feel better.
Being an active user (rather than a passive user) of social media is associated with more positive feelings.
Quitting social media is the best option to avoid negative feelings.
Being a passive user of social media helps you better connect with friends.

What or whom did Turner describe as "consolidating agents" on the frontier?

A.) Immigrants
B.) Populists
C.) American Indians
D.) The wilderness

can you please explain the meaning of this quote. "Some things you can never leave behind. they don't belong to the past. they belong to you."​

The tired bus driver paper rate for sleep. Where is the verb?​

I really need help, anything helps! Thanks!

NEED HELP QUICKLY!!!! 50 POINTS IF YOU ANSWER!!!!
Read the prompt, then type your answer in the box.

Review Library on Wheels: Mary Lemist Titcomb and Americas First Bookmobile. Analyze how two central ideas are developed in the text. Make sure to support your analysis of each central idea with key detail from the text.

What people can't get the ADA=American disabilities act?

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The next question refers to This Mystery Rocks! by Cynthia Schlagel.

The sentences have been numbered to help you identify them more easily.

This Mystery Rocks! By Cyntha Schlagel

1The Drifting Rocks are a strange phenomenon still unexplained by science. 2Located in Death Valley, California, the rocks sit on hot, flat ground. 3Unlike normal rocks, they have trails etched behind them as if they have traveled across the sand. 4Some trails are only a few feet. 5Some trails are over a half a mile long. 6Each trail is as baffling as the next.

7The variety of rock movement has baffled scientists for decades. 8Some rocks seem to roll as they move forward. 9Some take unexplainable routes. 10Large ones have traveled past small ones that have stayed still. 11Some scientists suggest that the rocks are pushed by wind. 12Others believe they slide on small amounts of ice or mud. 13So far, research has not confirmed any theory.

Which sentence best identifies the main idea of paragraph two?

Scientists are baffled by the different ways the rocks move.
Scientists are confused by the different ways the rocks move, and theories involving wind, ice, and mud have not been confirmed.
Scientists have theories of how the rocks move.
The rocks have stumped scientists because some roll, some take unexplainable routes, and some have traveled past ones that have stayed still, but scientists have theories that the rocks are pushed by wind or that they slide on ice or mud.
Question 7(Multiple Choice Worth 3 points)
(LC)

An article tells the life story of an inventor. It begins with his birth then discusses his years at school. After exploring his great inventions, the article ends with his death.

Which choice best describes how the author organized information?

Cause and effect
Chronological order
Fact by fact
Problem-solution
Question 8(Multiple Choice Worth 3 points)
(LC)

Which choice provides the most accurate definition of a summary?

A long, paraphrased version of a text that mentions its key points
A shortened, paraphrased version of a text
A shortened, paraphrased version of a text that mentions its key points
A shortened version of a text that mentions its key points
Question 9 (Essay Worth 20 points)
(HC)

Read The Ins and Outs of Bellybutton Lint, by Joel Guthrie. Using the steps discussed in this lesson, write a one-paragraph summary in the text box that follows the article.

The Ins and Outs of Bellybutton Lint, by Joel Guthrie

Some scientists gaze into outer space to look for answers. Some scientists seek answers in the depths of the sea. When Georg Steinhauser wanted answers, he looked within himself. Well, he looked within his bellybutton to be exact. The Austrian chemist spent three years researching the contents of his navel and the navels of others. He has solved one of life's greatest mysteries. We now know exactly what bellybutton lint contains!

Steinhauser presented his findings in the online version of the journal Medical Hypotheses. The Vienna University scientist analyzed over 500 samples to determine the exact makeup of the lint. As suspected, most of the lint was made up of cotton from clothing. The fabric pieces are not alone, though. Steinhauser found that the average bellybutton also contained pieces of dead skin, sweat, dust, and fat.

Steinhauser's notes also explained how lint accumulates. Stomach hairs tend to grow in a circular pattern around the bellybutton. The hairs act like small hooks, capturing and holding contents within. Shaving stomach hair can lead to a lint-free bellybutton, but don't act too hastily. Although the contents of your navel may be a nuisance, research suggests that lint has a purpose. It is nature's way of protecting your bellybutton from germs and unwanted objects.



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“Good mornin,” Jim said, loud, but not too loud. There was no answer. “Good mornin to ya, cooter,” Jim said, a bit louder this time. No answer again.

“Well, I knew it,” said the slaveowner. “Dang you, Jim, you fooled with me one time too many!” And he raised his whip to thrash Jim as hard as he could.

Just then, they heard music, a fiddle playin nearby. And right there the cooter came climbin out of the pond. He walked on his back legs and he had that fiddle tucked up under his chin like any ole fiddler. He was playin away on it, too.

“Good mornin,” he said, and kept on playin. Then he commenced to sing:

“Jim, I told you you talk too much.
Run along and find you freedom place.”

Mebbe Jim did talk too much. But that was how he got his freedom.

—“Carrying the Running-Aways,”
Virginia Hamilton

How does the narrator’s viewpoint compare to the turtle’s in this passage?

The narrator and the turtle both agree that Jim talks too much.

The narrator and the turtle both wish that Jim would learn to play the fiddle.

The narrator and the turtle both love to play the fiddle for the plantation owner.

The narrator and the turtle both dislike Jim.

In which way is the media a social media pressure that has an effect on your sexualit? I need four(4) examples to explain my answer

EXTRA POINTS 7T H GRADE NEED ANSWERS ASAP!!!

1. Infer​ What feelings are suggested in lines 1-9 of this poem? How does the poet suggest those feelings?

2. Analyze​ A cicada is an insect that makes a high-pitched, continual sound, usually in summer. Reread lines 10-12. What repeated first sounds, or alliteration,​ do you hear, and how are the sounds connected to the poem’s meaning?

3. Analyze and Evaluate ​Does this poem meet the requirements of an ode? Why or why not?


Ode to enchanted light by Pablo Neruda

Under the trees light

has dropped from the top of the sky,

light

like a green

latticework of branches,

shining

on every leaf,

drifting down like clean

white sand.



A cicada sends

its sawing song

high into the empty air.



The world

is a glass overflowing

with water.

In Act III of the play, Mark Antony speaks at the funeral of his friend, Julius Caesar
How is the text presentation of this scene different from the film presentation?
In the text, the Roman citizens are unwilling to listen to Antony's speech In the film, they are eager to hear what he has to
say
The text provides only Antony's words. In the film, Antony's inner thoughts are also clear
The text has dialogue in which individual citizens speak in reaction to Antony's words. In the film, the citizens react as a
group
The stage directions in the text provide little description of Antony's emotions as he speaks. In the film, Antony conveys
strong feelings

what are 3 risks you take on an everyday basis?