4.
In what way would the concentrations in 3, above, affect the quality of the water?
They could or would:
a. Cause diarrhea.
b. Cause frothing.
c.
Affect the taste.
d. Cause Iiver damage.
e. Cause poisoning in breast-fed babies.
5.
Although all radioactivity in drinking water is detrimental to health, the body is able
to tolerate a slightly greater quantity of ______________________ emitters than
of _________ emitters.
6.
Which beta concentration in excess of 1,000 uuc/l is grounds for rejection of the
water supply unless complete analysis dictates that exposure would not be
exceeded? _______________________________.
7.
Under which of the following conditions would a concentration of 6.0 mg/l of
cyanide and 30 mg/l of magnesium be acceptable in drinking water?
a. Garrison (CONUS).
b. Long-term field conditions.
c.
Short-term field conditions.
d. Fixed installations overseas.
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