CHEM 1001: Water Cycle and Sources of Drinking Water
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What is the main concern about bottled water safety?

  • The total dissolved solids (TDS) level (correct)
  • The hardness as calcium carbonate
  • The presence of dissolved gases
  • The pH level
  • What is a characteristic of hard water?

  • Produces lather with soap
  • Does not contain any dissolved substances
  • Has a low total dissolved solids (TDS) level
  • Contains dissolved calcium and magnesium salts (correct)
  • Why is rain water considered safe for drinking?

  • It contains harmful dissolved gases
  • It has a high total dissolved solids (TDS) level
  • It is free from harmful contaminants (correct)
  • It has a low pH level
  • What is the primary concern regarding ocean water for drinking purposes?

    <p>High total dissolved solids (TDS) level</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the disadvantage of sterilizing water with Bleaching powder (CaOCl2)?

    <p>It is very expensive</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which method introduces calcium in water during the conditioning process?

    <p>Carbonate conditioning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Lime Soda Process involve in water treatment?

    <p>Introduces calcium in water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are ion exchange resins used for in the water treatment process?

    <p>Demineralization process</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What method is used to estimate water hardness?

    <p>Titrimetric Method</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What color does the weak complex of metal ion and EBT form?

    <p>Wine red</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which method is used to sterilize and disinfect water through oxidation?

    <p>Ozonisation (O3)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the advantage of UV treatment for water sterilization?

    <p>Bactericidal and sporicidal</p> Signup and view all the answers

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