Chemistry of Water Treatment

Comprehensively covering the production of potable water, Chemistry of Water Treatment assesses the chemical and physical efficacies of current processes to meet the demands of the Safe Drinking Water Act. The second edition contains information on aeration technology as well as completely updated material in every section. It focuses on the chemical and microbiological aspects of water quality and water treatment. The book covers the removal of organic and inorganic compounds, heavy metals, particulate matter, pathogenic bacteria, protozoans, and viruses. It includes: filtration, odor and taste control, and regulatory issues.