Hard Water VS. Soft Water: What’s the Difference?

Hard Water VS. Soft Water: What’s the Difference?

Is your water hard or soft? Everyone’s drinking water can be categorized into either hard or soft  depending on the mineral content present. Many people believe hard or soft water can be harmful to one’s health, but the truth is that it very rarely harms your...
A New Test to Detect and Eliminate Water Pollution

A New Test to Detect and Eliminate Water Pollution

Contaminated drinking water is the cause of thousands of illnesses and disease every year. Without access to clean water, food production, drinking water, and recreational use can cause individuals to be exposed to many preventable health risks. According to the World...
Ways to Test Your Drinking Water at Home

Ways to Test Your Drinking Water at Home

With the rise of contaminated water in local communities across the country, many people are now taking water testing into their own hands. Whether your water comes from a public water system or is from a private well or spring, routine testing is important to...
A Possible Solution for the Future of Water Purification

A Possible Solution for the Future of Water Purification

Water purification is necessary whether hiking the trails, living off the grid or managing a city’s water plant. A number of techniques are used every day for eliminating particulates and microbes from water. However, the Rochester Institute of Technology...