Problem Organisms in Water: Identification and Treatment (M7) (Manual of Water Supply Practices) - Softcover

Association, American Water Works

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1583212922 ISBN 13: 9781583212929

Publisher: American Water Works Association,US, 2004

Synopsis

The manual identifies most of the problem organisms found in water supplies and provides recommendations for removing or inactivating them. Chapters describe and illustrate each organism, explain the types of problems it can cause, and offers suggestions for treatment or control. Nonpathogenic organisms covered include actinomycetes, iron bacteria, sulfur bacteria, nitrifying bacteria, nematodes, bloodworms or midges, crustacea, rotifers, zebra mussels, algae, and protozoa.

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Established in 1881, the American Water Works Association is the oldest and largest nonprofit, scientific and educational association dedicated to safe and sustainable water in the world. With more than 50,000 members worldwide and 43 Sections in North America, AWWA advances public health, safety and welfare by uniting the efforts of the entire water community.

Edition details

• Publisher: American Water Works Association,US
• Publication date: 2004
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1583212922
• ISBN 13: 9781583212929
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 3
• Number of pages: 162