Selenium Fact Sheet

Selenium Fact Sheet

Publication Year:
2013
Authors:
Water Quality Association (WQA)
Language:
English
Affiliated Orgs.:
Water Quality Association (WQA)
Resource Type:
Factsheet
Summary:
The report details the health implications of selenium in drinking water and identifies safe consumption levels. It highlights selenium sources, from natural occurrences to human activities like mining and farming. Additionally, it offers WHO-guided advice for officials and professionals on managing selenium levels.
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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, Selenium

Business Connect Takeaways

The report provides information on the health effects of selenium in drinking water and the levels of selenium that are considered safe for consumption.
This article discusses the sources of selenium in drinking water, including natural sources and human activities such as mining and agricultural practices.
The report provides guidance for public health officials and water treatment professionals on how to manage selenium levels in drinking water to ensure that it meets the standards set by the World Health Organization (WHO).

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