Animal rights activists form groups that try to stop animal testing while scientists around the world argue that it is an important procedure that has led to many discoveries. ... For instance, it is a fact that arsenic in drinking water causes cancer in humans. ... Many scientists prefer animal tests as opposed to non-animal tests even though "non-animal tests are often faster, cheaper, and their results are less subject to manipulation [ ]"(Sandler 46). ... Gina Solomon from the NRDC does not agree with the over testing of the animals but does accept that laboratory animal testing as ...

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Water that we drink doesn't enter directly from the water source to our faucet. Many steps are taken to ensure that the water we drink and use is safe. ... Other tests are done in order to insure the high quality of our drinking water. ... The EPA's standards allow us to determine the difference between healthy water and water that can be harmful towards humans, animals and the environment. Drinking standards that have been issued by the EPA give the "Maximum Contaminant Levels (MCLs) for more than 80 contaminants.* (Online) Available: http://www.epa.gov/safewater/wot/howsafe...

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The EPA should also hire geologists to survey potential aquifer recharge areas and use zoning laws to prohibit them from being used for anything but state parks and animal refugees. ... By making people aware of where their water comes from and what they are drinking through advertising will the environment be supported. ...

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