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Manganese
Manganese (Mn) is receiving increasing interest as a contaminant of concern in drinking water. It presents both health and aesthetic concerns at different concentrations. Although manganese is an essential nutrient, at higher concentrations it can have neurotoxic effects. At lower concentrations, it can discolor water and cause staining. Manganese in water does not have a noticeable taste.
M68 Water Quality in Distribution Systems
M68 will help drinking water utilities and professionals understand the factors that affect water quality, ways to address them and best practices for optimizing distribution system water quality.
M68 Water Quality in Distribution Systems (PDF)
M68 will help drinking water utilities and professionals understand the factors that affect water quality, ways to address them and best practices for optimizing distribution system water quality.
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