Aluminum Fact Sheet
Aluminum Fact Sheet
Publication Year:
2013
Authors:
Water Quality Association (WQA)
Language:
English
Affiliated Orgs.:
Water Quality Association (WQA)
Resource Type:
Factsheet
Summary:
Potential health effects of aluminum exposure through drinking water and provides information on the sources, treatment, and regulation of aluminum in drinking water.
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Resource Information
Resource Type
Factsheet
Publication Year
2013
Author
Water Quality Association (WQA)
Language
English
Organizational Affiliation
Water Quality Association (WQA)
Relevant Country
United States
Specific Contaminants
Other Chemicals, Aluminum
Business Connect Takeaways
Aluminum is a naturally occurring element that can be found in rocks, soil, water, and air. It can also be released into the environment through human activities, such as mining, smelting, and wastewater treatment
Aluminum can be present in drinking water sources, and exposure to high levels of aluminum has been associated with health effects such as Alzheimer’s disease and bone disorders. However, the health effects of aluminum exposure from drinking water are not well understood, and the current evidence suggests that the risk to human health is low.
The document provides information on the sources of aluminum in drinking water, the health effects of aluminum exposure, and the regulatory standards for aluminum in drinking water. The document also provides guidance on how to test for aluminum in drinking water and how to treat aluminum-contaminated water. The document emphasizes the importance of monitoring and managing aluminum levels in drinking water to ensure that they meet the regulatory standards and to minimize the potential health risks.