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Because lead is hugely toxic, and can leach into the water, thereby poisoning whoever drinks it.
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Is PVC pipe safe for drinking water?
PVC pipes do not corrode, hence these are used for drinking water supply.
When did they stop using lead pipes for water?
The Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA) Section 1417(a)(1) required that after June 19, 1986 only "lead free" pipe, solder or flux could be used in the installation or repair of any plumbing in residential or non-residential facility providing water for human consumption, which is connected to a Public Water System.
Where do safe drinking water come from?
Safe drinking water usually comes from the lakes or
Is tap water safe for drinking?
In most communities, tap water is safe for drinking.
Could rusty hot water cause you to get sick?
Rust in water can come from either deteriorating pipes or water with a high iron content, but if the water smells OK it is probably safe. Rust itself is not toxic for bathing, although drinking it could lead to too much iron in the body and possible liver damage.
Is yellow brass safe for water pipes?
It is safe, but it will rot out. It is used to prevent electrolysis, but that is pretty much it nowadays. Pex is more commonly used for water pipes.
How safe is your drinking water?
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Which has the least impact on the environment?
using a safe fountain for clean drinking water
Why is it that LEDC have less safe drinking water?
Ledc waters are not safe because of poor water systems and lack of hygine whichh means that waterbourne diseases are spread through out the community where water is being used; this can lead to cholera and dysentry
Is polyphosphate in drinking water safe?
NO
How do you make water safe for drinking?
boil it
What grades of solder are legal for public water supply installation and repair?
Any solder / brazing alloy that is LEAD FREE according to the safe water drinking act of 1974
