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3.5 (Water Quality Tests) Flashcards

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pH

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  • A measure of the acidity of the water that can affect biological and chemical properties.
  • Federal drinking water standards is 6.5-8.5
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Turbidity

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the clarity of the water

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Dissolved Oxygen (DO)

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indicator of algae blooms (rapid increase in population)

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E. coli

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federal drinking water standard is 0 colonies

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Total Dissolved Solids (TDS)

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Dissolved Solids

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