Common Drinking Water Contaminents

 

Uranium Contamination in Drinking Water

Uranium is a naturally occurring and radioactive mineral commonly found. It is a normal part of rocks, soil, air and water. Uranium enters water by leaching from soil and rocks and industrial plants. Uranium has demonstrated toxic effects on human kidneys leading to their inflammation and changes in urine composition. Uranium can decay into radium which can cause cancer..

Effective Treatment Methods inclue coagulation/filtration, ion exchange, lime softening, and reverse osmosis filtration systems.

 

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