Drinking Water Problems: Iron and Manganese
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- December 7, 2021
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Iron and manganese can give water an unpleasant taste, odor and color. In this publication you'll learn how to know whether your water contains iron or manganese and how to eliminate these contaminants with various treatment methods such as aeration and chemical oxidation. (4 pages)
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