Q. The standard unit of turbidity of water is that which is produced by 1 mg of ??.dissolved in one litre of distilled water.

A
Finely divided silica
B
Platinum cobalt
C
Potassium permanganate
D
Formalin
Solution:
  • The standard unit of turbidity of water is that which is produced by 1 mg of finely divided silica dissolved in one litre of distilled water.
  • It is known as the Jackson Turbidity Unit (JTU).
  • Silicon dioxide or silica is commonly found in natural water sources, and its concentration can affect the water’s turbidity.
  • According to the water quality analysis, the turbidity formed by 1 mg silicon dioxide in 1L water is one standard turbidity unit, referred to as 1 degree.
  • Generally, the higher the turbidity, the cloudier the solution.
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