Nutrition: Concepts and Controversies
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ISBN: 9781133603184
Author: Frances Sizer, Ellie Whitney
Publisher: Cengage Learning
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Chapter 8, Problem 3SC
Water from public water systems
- requires frequent borne testing for microorganisms.
- is less healthful than bottled water.
- is disinfected to kill most microorganisms.
- is less healthful than private well water.
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