3.1. Preliminary Analysis

Try these first

1. 1.

   What does TDS stand for?

   Hint

   Think about what is measured in water quality.

2. 2.

   Name one visible parameter for water quality screening.

   Hint

   Recall the acronym COT.

3. 3.

   What is the primary purpose of water quality screening?

   • To provide detailed chemical analysis
   • To offer a quick
   • preliminary assessment
   • To disinfect water

   Hint

   Consider the time factor in assessments.

4. 4.

   True or False: TSS refers to substances that are dissolved in water.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Recall how particles behave in water.

5. 5.

   You have two water samples; one is clear and the other is brown and cloudy. Describe how you would test each sample for safety.

   Hint

   Consider the visible parameters first, then move to measurable ones.

6. 6.

   Propose steps to clean a water source with high TDS. What methods would be effective?

   Hint

   Think about common water purification methods.