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Instruments for Water Quality Monitoring
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Ballinger, Dwight G. – Environmental Science and Technology, 1972
Presents information regarding available instruments for industries and agencies who must monitor numerous aquatic parameters. Charts denote examples of parameters sampled, testing methods, range and accuracy of test methods, cost analysis, and reliability of instruments. (BL)
Descriptors: Environment, Equipment, Evaluation, Measurement Instruments
The Integrity of Water: Proceedings of a Symposium, Washington, D.C., March 10-12, 1975.
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Environmental Protection Agency, Washington, DC. Office of Water Programs. – 1975
This volume resulted from the formal papers and comments presented at an invitational symposium by recognized water experts representing a variety of disciplines and societal interests. The focus of the symposium was on the definition and interpretation of water quality integrity as viewed by representatives of state governments, industry,…
Descriptors: Conferences, Conservation (Environment), Environment, Legislation
Educators Warn on Water Quality Testing Methods
Water and Wastes Engineering, 1978
A discussion and critique of EPA water quality criteria. Examples are presented of the general lack of applicability of the EPA criteria. (BB)
Descriptors: Chemical Analysis, Environment, Environmental Standards, Natural Resources
Drinking Water--How Are We Coping?
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Hawkins, Mary E. – Science Teacher, 1975
Descriptors: Environment, Environmental Education, Quality Control, Sanitation
Wastewater Treatment: A Pilot Plant on the Move
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Environmental Science and Technology, 1974
Reports that there are currently three companies that own mobile physical-chemical wastewater treatment vans that investigate such parameters as chemical coagulation, sedimentation, sand filtration and carbon adsorption. Information is provided regarding the potential of utilizing this type of facility and rental agreements. (MLB)
Descriptors: Environment, Environmental Technicians, Facilities, Laboratories
Water Pollution Control Across the Nation
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Environmental Science and Technology, 1973
Reviewed are accomplishments, problems, and frustrations faced by individual states in meeting requirements of P.L. 92-500, Federal Water Pollution Control Act Amendments of 1972. State Environmental officials complain the new law may be a hindrance to established cleanup programs. Statistics and charts are given. (BL)
Descriptors: Environment, Federal Legislation, Planning, Problems
Laboratory Certification.
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Regnier, John E.; And Others – Environmental Science and Technology, 1979
Alabama's laboratory certification program ensures that water quality control and testing methods are in compliance with the Safe Water Drinking Act. (BB)
Descriptors: Certification, Environment, Environmental Technicians, Laboratory Techniques
Instrumental Surveillance of Water Quality.
Miller, J. A.; And Others – 1972
The role analytical instrumentation performs in the surveillance and control of the quality of water resources is reviewed. Commonly performed analyses may range from simple tests for physical parameters to more highly sophisticated radiological or spectrophotometric methods. This publication explores many of these types of water quality analyses…
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Environment, Instrumentation, Measurement Instruments
Integrated Exposure Assessment Monitoring.
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Behar, Joseph V.; And Others – Environmental Science and Technology, 1979
Integrated Exposure Assessment Monitoring is the coordination of environmental (air, water, land, and crops) monitoring networks to collect systematically pollutant exposure data for a specific receptor, usually man. (Author/BB)
Descriptors: Air Pollution, Data, Environment, Environmental Research
The Challenge of the Environment: A Primer on EPA's Statutory Authority.
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Environmental Protection Agency, Washington, DC. – 1972
In response to continued discussion of pollution and environmental issues, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has designed this booklet to give interested citizens an idea of the scope of the agency's duties and responsibilities by providing a brief summary of its legal authority. An overview of the agency shows it is an independent,…
Descriptors: Agency Role, Air Pollution, Environment, Federal Legislation