The World Health Organization (WHO) sets global standards for drinking water quality to safeguard public health. These scientifically-based guidelines aim to prevent waterborne diseases, protect human health, and promote sustainable water resource management. Key Concepts and Terminologies Potable Water: Water that is safe for human consumption without posing any significant health risks. Contaminants: Substances that pollute or degrade water quality, including microorganisms, chemicals, and physical agents. Threshold Limit: The maximum permissible concentration of a substance in drinking water deemed safe for human health. Guideline Values: WHO's recommended maximum concentrations of various substances in drinking water considered safe. WHO's Approach WHO's guidelines are based on two primary factors: Health-based targets: Prioritize protecting public health by ensuring water is free from disease-causing contaminants. Operational guidelines: Provide practical recomme...
Focused on advancing knowledge and expertise in Geography, GIS, Remote Sensing, Geographical Data Science, and Analysis, I am deeply committed to teaching and conducting research in these fields. With a keen interest in leveraging data-driven approaches for informed decision-making, I specialize in crafting maps that facilitate effective analysis and interpretation of spatial information. Assistant Professor Of Geography, PG and Research Department of Geography, Government College Chittur