Factors Influencing the Bacteriological Indexes of Drinking Water / 环境与健康杂志

ABSTRACT

Objective To study the effect of temperature and content of residual chlorine on bacteriological indexes of drinking water. Methods In 2003-2004, the drinking water quality was monitored and the relationship between temperature, content of residual chlorine and the bacteriological indexes of drinking water was investigated in two water plants in Binzhou, Shandong province. Results As for the water source, the bacteriological indexes presented a positive correlation with the temperature , the total amount of bacteria presented a negative correlation with the content of residual chlorine in the tap water. Conclusion Temperature and content of residual chlorine in drinking water are important factors in prevention and control of drinking water contamination.