Jenna is helping her family decide which water filtration technology they should install in their house. Which of these provides the correct reasoning for method Jenna and her family should choose?(1 point)

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ultraviolet radiation because it requires no filters, and removes all contaminants such as bacteria and chemicals
ultraviolet radiation because it requires no filters, and removes all contaminants such as bacteria and chemicals

reverse osmosis because it requires low maintenance, and removes all contaminants such as bacteria and chemicals
reverse osmosis because it requires low maintenance, and removes all contaminants such as bacteria and chemicals

reverse osmosis because it requires no filters, and removes all contaminants such as bacteria and chemicals
reverse osmosis because it requires no filters, and removes all contaminants such as bacteria and chemicals

ultraviolet radiation because it requires no energy, and removes all contaminants such as bacteria and chemicals

Answer 1

To evaluate the options regarding water filtration technology, let's clarify the characteristics of the technologies mentioned:

1. Ultraviolet (UV) Radiation: This method uses UV light to disinfect water by killing bacteria and viruses. However, it does not remove chemical contaminants or sediments, and it does require energy to operate.

2. Reverse Osmosis (RO): This technology uses a semi-permeable membrane to remove a wide range of contaminants, including bacteria, viruses, and chemical impurities. It typically requires a bit more maintenance than UV systems but is highly effective at purifying water.

Given these points, the most accurate option from the responses provided would involve reverse osmosis, but statements about requiring "no filters" or "requires no energy" are incorrect.

Therefore, the best choice would be:

• Reverse osmosis because it removes a wide range of contaminants such as bacteria and chemicals.

However, this exact phrasing isn't among your provided options. The existing options misstate the benefits, particularly in terms of maintenance and the presence of filters. If you can clarify other response options or check for specifics, I can assist better in finding the correct reasoning.