Question

Discuss in detail various processes involved in the municipal supply of potable water

Answer 1

In most developed countries, water is supplied to households and industries using underground pipes. That water is processed and treated to meet drinking water standards, even though only a very small proportion is consumed or used in food preparation. In the United States, less than 1% of municipal water is used for human consumption. The rest is used for things like bathing, watering gardens, cleaning, and cooking.

Municipal drinking water is regulated by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in the United States.

The quality and reliability of municipally supplied tap water can vary from community to community. If a consumer has questions or concerns about their municipally supplied tap water, they should review thier utility's Consumer Confidence Report. The EPA also provides additional information about drinking water that consumers may find helpful.