Water Treatment Flashcards
1
Q
What is potable water?
A
Water that is fit to drink
2
Q
Name the different sources of water in the UK.
A
- Surface water
- Ground water
- Waste water
3
Q
Name the processes used in water treatment plants to purify water.
A
- Filtration
- Sedimentation
- Chlorination
4
Q
(Exam-style question)
Ground water and waste water are purified in water treatment plants.
Outline the method used in water treatment plants to purify water.
A
5
Q
Name the process used to make sea water potable.
A
Distillation
6
Q
What must you ensure about water before it is used in analysis?
A
That it does not contain any dissolved salts, so you should use deionised water
