Health Effects of Drinking Water Contaminants / Edition 1

by Edward J. Calabrese

Overview

This new book evaluates the risks and benefits of the widely used types of drinking water treatment technologies, based on assessment and comparison of chemicals used in treatment, by-products of chemicals, and non-treatment. This valuable material was prepared by independent experts in drinking water treatment technology and toxicology, in conjunction with EPA.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780873712231
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	06/01/1989
Pages:	168
Product dimensions:	6.12(w) x 9.19(h) x (d)

About the Author

Edward J. Calabrese (University of Massachusetts, Amherst, USA) (Author)

Table of Contents

Raw Water Quality. Process Trains. Disinfection. Coagulation, Flocculation, Sedimentation, and Filtration. Corrosion and pH Control. Ion Exchange, Lime Softening and Reverse Osmosis. Activated Carbon Adsorption and Air Stripping.