Chemical Elements in Drinkable Water from Central Supply and Spring Sources in Different Areas of the Magadan Region
E. M. STEPANOVA, E. A. LUGOVAYA
Scientific Research Center “Arktika”, Far Eastern Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Magadan, Russia
Keywords: chemical elements, drinkable water, the Magadan Region
Pages: 115-121
Abstract
The content of 25 chemical elements was determined quantitatively, by means of mass spectrometry and atomic emission with inductively coupled plasma, in natural spring sources, as well as in water from central utility and drinking water supply systems and secondary water purification systems (household filters) for the purpose of exploring the safety of drinkable water for the population of some districts of the Magadan Region. Conformity of chemical element concentrations to the standard quality requirements for drinkable water was determined. The study confirms that water is safe for human consumption with respect to the accumulation of conventionally essential and toxic chemical elements. However, water tests showed poor saturation with physiologically useful elements at all sampling sites in the towns and settlements of the Magadan Region.
DOI: 10.15372/CSD2023446
EDN: YSJRFY
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