Potable water
Potable Water
Potable water (pronunciation: /ˈpoʊtəbəl ˈwɔːtər/), also known as drinking water, is water that is safe to drink or to use for food preparation, without risk of health problems.
Etymology
The term "potable" comes from the Latin word "potabilis," which means "drinkable." The term "water" is from the Old English "wæter," of Germanic origin; related to Dutch "water" and German "Wasser."
Definition
Potable water is water that meets or exceeds the standards set by local and international health organizations for water that is safe for human consumption. This includes water that is free from harmful levels of microorganisms, chemicals, and physical and radiological hazards.
Related Terms
- Water purification: The process of removing undesirable chemicals, biological contaminants, suspended solids, and gases from water to make it potable.
- Waterborne diseases: Diseases caused by pathogenic microorganisms that are transmitted in water.
- Water quality: The physical, chemical, and biological characteristics of water, usually in respect to its suitability for a particular purpose such as drinking.
- Water treatment: The process of improving the quality of water to make it more acceptable for a specific end-use, such as drinking, industry, or medicine.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Potable water
- Wikipedia's article - Potable water
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