Distilled water is considered one of the purest forms of water, because of the process implemented to make it reach the state that it is in. As you know, distilled water is achieved by boiling water enough so that the liquid evaporates, thereby leaving behind its solid impurities. Once the water evaporates, a process of condensation will be “forced” onto the water vapour, to bring back the water to its liquid state. It’s a pretty complicated process, but in the end, you will be assured of water that is free of its miniscule and solid impurities.
Distilled water has gained popularity as a health drink, once individuals figured out that distilled water is almost 100% pure of impurities. Nowadays, it is normal to see people choosing to drink distilled water instead of tap or filtered water. These individuals choose to the safe and healthy route by drinking water that is sure to be free of impurities. While some claim that distilled water can taste a little bland or flat, many get used to it. After all, wouldn’t it be such a relief, knowing that you are doing your best to be healthy?
However, did you know that distilled water was actually originally used in laboratory experiments because of its pure qualities? Many scientists opt to use distilled water when doing experiments so they won’t have to worry about their experiments reacting differently because of other impurities found in other types of water. Due to the pure qualities of distilled water, many also recommend using distilled water in watering plants.
Distilled water is also very popular among auto mechanics. In fact, if you can, it is best to keep a bottle of distilled water in your car’s tool kit. The reason for this is that distilled water is most commonly used for “topping off” different machines’ batteries, or what we normally refer to as “wet cell batteries.” Distilled water is used by mechanics to maintain batteries. If you use only tap water, you will damage your battery in the long run, if the minerals from the tap water accumulate and damage the battery plates. Using “soft” water will also result in your battery’s plates accumulating salt – a definite no-no. If you use distilled water, you will be sure that you are using water that will not leave behind mineral residue in your battery. In the long run, you are actually prolonging the life and quality of your battery. This is really advantageous, as batteries can be expensive. So if your batteries get a little “thirsty,” you can quench its thirst by giving it distilled water.
Distilled water, because of its popularity, is now quite easy to acquire. It is now readily available in supermarkets. But if you do not have something ready, and you are too lazy to go to the supermarket, you can always make your own distilled water, the homemade way. There are many resources online that show you how to create distilled water from tap water. If you are just using distilled water for your car’s engine, then creating your homemade distilled water should not be a problem at all.
