In countless forms and occurrences, we encounter water throughout our day-to-day lives. It’s in our food and drinks, our plumbing, our industrial processes, our weather, and even our very bodies. However, working with water doesn’t necessarily mean you’re working with clean, pure water. Yes, even this most crucial resource for living can be tainted by a number of contaminants that unfortunately cannot be seen by the naked eye. In this infographic, we’ve taken a closer look at some of the contaminants commonly found in water as well as the reasons for their occurrence. We’ve also provided some tips on how to avoid contaminants by using different methods for separating them from water, leaving you with clean, pure, high-quality H2O.