Glossary

Water Quality & Treatment Glossary

Common Contaminants & Indicators

Acidity

A measurement of the acid levels present in your water supply.

Alkalinity

The capacity of water to neutralize acids without altering the overall pH balance.

Bacteria

Naturally occurring microorganisms, including parasites and germs, frequently found in untreated groundwater.

Hard Water

Water with a high concentration of minerals, typically consisting of limestone, calcium, and magnesium.

Hydrogen Sulfide (H_{2}S)

A corrosive gas found in groundwater known for its distinct “rotten egg” smell; it is safe at low levels but often requires treatment for comfort.

The Science of Filtration

Activated Carbon

A specialized layer of porous carbon fibers designed to adsorb and remove chemicals from water.

Adsorption

The highly effective process of trapping gases and dissolved substances within a filtration medium.

Aeration

A treatment method that mixes air with water to release and eliminate trapped gases.

Filtration

The physical process of moving water through porous materials to strain out iron, sand, and other debris.

Reverse Osmosis

A premier purification method that uses pressure to force water through a semipermeable membrane, stripping away impurities.

Technical Specifications

Deionization

A chemical exchange that removes minerals and salts by neutralizing positively and negatively charged ions.

Flow Rate

The speed at which water enters your system, typically measured in gallons or cubic feet per minute.

Groundwater

Water sourced from beneath the earth’s surface, often stored in soil, bedrock, or limestone.