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WHO guides definition of ‘potable’

Thursday 3 January 2019 | Published in Health

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"Potable water” is a term commonly used to describe water that is considered safe for human consumption whether through drinking, cooking or personal bathing. It has either been treated, cleaned, or filtered and meets established drinking water standards.

"Potable water” is a term commonly used to describe water that is considered safe for human consumption whether through drinking, cooking or personal bathing. It has either been treated, cleaned, or filtered and meets established drinking water standards.


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