Biosand Filter for Removal of Chemical Contaminants from Water
Journal: Journal of Advanced Laboratory Research In Biology (Vol.3, No. 2)Publication Date: 2012-04-01
Authors : P. Vara Lakshmi N. R.; V. Saritha; K. Swetha Chowdhary; G. Mallika; B. S. S. S. Harish Kumar;
Page : 103-108
Keywords : Biosand filter; Turbidity; Hardness; E. coli;
Abstract
Numerous reports by the United Nations and the World Health Organization have indicated a significant worldwide problem with water pollution and inaccessibility to potable drinking water. Due to technological and economical barriers, the problem with water pollution is particularly more serious for under-developed and developing countries. The present study is aimed at designing, constructing and evaluating a cost-effective biosand filter was undertaken. Results indicated the removal of up to 80% total hardness, 86% chlorides, 96% turbidity and 90% colour. Moreover, the filter's performance was appraised by the absence of E. coli in the filtered sample. The filter describes the proven bioremediation technology and its ability to empower at-risk populations to use naturally occurring biology and readily available materials as a sustainable way to achieve the health benefits of safe drinking water.
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