Aluminum in water
Posted: Mon Jan 06, 2025 8:48 am
The AQUAPHOR analytical laboratory conducted comparative tests of jug modules for their ability to remove aluminum from tap water. Four modules, two winners, and the most effective technologies: in this article, we will tell you about the test itself, as well as everything you need to know about the properties of aluminum, the risks associated with it, and its removal from tap water.
The maximum permissible concentration (MPC) of aluminum in drinking water according to Russian standards (according to the new SanPiN 1.2.3685-2021) is 0.2 mg/l. WHO gives similar recommendations.
High concentrations of aluminum can cause sedimentation and discoloration saudi arabia phone data of water - but this is nothing more than a "cosmetic effect". Let's look at the deeper consequences of its presence in water.
Impact on health
Aluminum occurs in different forms and compounds, not all of which affect the human body. For example, aluminum filings (i.e. aluminum in metallic form) do not form any compounds in water because they are “wrapped” in an oxide film that prevents the metal from reacting — at least if the pH is not radically shifted toward an acidic environment.
However, aluminum ions in the form of soluble salts or colloidal solutions can have a toxic effect on living cells.
Aluminum metabolism in humans has not been studied well enough, but some studies show that aluminum negatively affects the nervous system and brain activity, as well as metabolism, growth and reproduction of cells. In critical cases, neurotoxicity can manifest itself in impaired motor activity and memory loss.
The maximum permissible concentration (MPC) of aluminum in drinking water according to Russian standards (according to the new SanPiN 1.2.3685-2021) is 0.2 mg/l. WHO gives similar recommendations.
High concentrations of aluminum can cause sedimentation and discoloration saudi arabia phone data of water - but this is nothing more than a "cosmetic effect". Let's look at the deeper consequences of its presence in water.
Impact on health
Aluminum occurs in different forms and compounds, not all of which affect the human body. For example, aluminum filings (i.e. aluminum in metallic form) do not form any compounds in water because they are “wrapped” in an oxide film that prevents the metal from reacting — at least if the pH is not radically shifted toward an acidic environment.
However, aluminum ions in the form of soluble salts or colloidal solutions can have a toxic effect on living cells.
Aluminum metabolism in humans has not been studied well enough, but some studies show that aluminum negatively affects the nervous system and brain activity, as well as metabolism, growth and reproduction of cells. In critical cases, neurotoxicity can manifest itself in impaired motor activity and memory loss.