All of these contaminants can be part of your tap water. For example, rain water washes synthetic organic substances such as insecticides, fertilizers and other chemicals into your water supply. Industrial by-products such as acids, caustics, hydrocarbons and solvents are released into the air and brought to earth by rain. Then they become part of the groundwater on its way to your tap. W ater has the ability to dissolve almost anything with which it comes in contact.
All natural waters contain elements other than hydrogen and oxygen.
But these dissolved substances are usually invisible, tasteless, and odorless. Because of the increase in world population, America's industrial revolution, and our efforts to improve our way of life, we have developed different types of chemicals. These maximize the use of our farm lands and improve our ability to manufacture consumer products. Many of these chemicals, however find their way into water supplies. Regulatory Questions Assistance with your regulatory questions, absolutely free .