Terms You Should Know
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Raw Water
When water is called “raw” it is untreated – simply meaning no removal of contaminants, bacteria, parasites, etc. A common new trend in the US, drinking raw water... Raw Water
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Algal Bloom
When an algae population grows rapidly, causing the water to be discolored, it is called an algal bloom. Some algal blooms produce toxins, while non-toxic blooms can be just... Algal Bloom
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NSF International
NSF International is actually not an abbreviation, but a stand-alone term. While NSF used to stand for National Sanitation Foundation, it was officially changed to... NSF International
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Point Of Use Filter
A point of use, or POU, filter purifies water at the point where water is actually used. Whether at your kitchen faucet, a refrigerator dispenser, or your shower head, a... Point Of Use Filter