AWWA JAW20611 Journal AWWA - The Importance of Whiting as a Component of Raw Water Turbidity

Journal Article by American Water Works Association, 03/01/1987

Effler, Steven W.

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Turbidity associated with whiting (carbonate precipitates in water columns) has been observed to be a significant component of turbidity in hard-water lakes and reservoirs. A description of the character of whiting is presented, including the related chemistry, driving forces for occurrence, ubiquity of the phenomenon, and features of importance to water suppliers. A simple technique is recommended for determining turbidity caused by whiting. Includes 21 references, figures.

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Edition: Vol. 79 - No. 3 Published: 03/01/1987 Number of Pages: 3 File Size: 1 file , 1.3 MB