Water Contaminants: Health Effects, Limits & Treatment
Comprehensive reference library covering 20 common water contaminants. Each guide includes health effects, WHO/EPA/EU regulatory limits, testing methods, and recommended treatment technologies.
| Contaminant | WHO Limit | EPA MCL | Primary Treatment | Guide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arsenic | 10 μg/L | 10 μg/L | RO, Adsorption | Read → |
| Lead | 10 μg/L | 15 μg/L | RO, Ion Exchange | Read → |
| Iron | None | 0.3 mg/L | Oxidation + Filtration | Read → |
| PFAS | 100 ng/L | 4 ng/L | GAC, Ion Exchange, RO | Read → |
| Nitrate | 50 mg/L | 10 mg/L | RO, Ion Exchange | Read → |
| Chromium | 50 μg/L | 100 μg/L | RO, Ion Exchange | Read → |
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