I'm looking for what would the best to test for depending on rural environment we live in. We live around farm land and pastures, so I know it would be good to look for nitrates and feces in the water. What other things would condsider to be dangerous in the water.
2006-10-17 09:57:21 · 4 answers · asked by Cody 1 in Environment
Depending on the state you might get it tested for free or they might already have tested your water previously and could give you the file check with a local environmental or water government agency.
Test for bacteria like e.coli, giardia, cryptosporidium.
As far as other things, lead, mercury, toxins should be high on your list. Also if you live in a former mining area test for acids from mine leaching.
2006-10-17 10:47:45 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
see if the health department tests.. may be free.
check with a major hardware store for test kits and options.
consumer reports or a .Edi or .gov site give most reliable advice.
here's one..
Testing for Water Quality
Brodie, Herbert L. Testing for Water Quality. Water Resources 15; University of ... Home Water Testing, Water Quality Fact Sheet 4; USDA Extension Service, ...
www.engr.uga.edu/service/ extension/publications/c819-9c.html - 19k
2006-10-17 17:07:31 · answer #2 · answered by homelessinorangecounty 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Crocodiles, piranhas, sharks, lack of oxygen, submarine, ...
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2006-10-17 17:01:43 · answer #3 · answered by Thermo 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Lead and other toxins.
2006-10-17 17:08:48 · answer #4 · answered by justmemimi 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋