By far the cross connection of potable to non potable water sources
Drinking water
Non-potable water is approved for uses such as irrigation, toilet flushing, industrial processes, and cooling systems. It is treated to remove contaminants to a level safe for these purposes but is not safe for drinking or cooking. Utilizing non-potable water helps conserve potable water supplies and supports sustainable water management practices.
The water fountain had potable water
Hard water is potable (drinkable).
The juice was very drinkable
The water in this area is safe for drinking, it is potable water.
Tap water is potable, or drinking, water. When it is introduced into a boiler or other non-drinking resources, it becomes NON potable
Non-potable water is water that is not safe for drinking or human consumption. It is important to distinguish non-potable water from potable water, which is safe for drinking, to prevent health risks and ensure proper usage of water for different purposes such as irrigation, industrial processes, and sanitation.
Potable is from the Latin word "potare" which means "to drink." The term potable water refers to water that is safe to drink.
No. Once you pump anything but potable water with that pump, it's not good for pumping potable water.
'Potable' is usually used as such, referring mainly to water.