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Standard Test Methods for Fluoride Ion in Water
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Significance and Use
Simple and complex fluoride ions are found in natural waters. Fluoride forms complexing ions with silicon, aluminum, and boron. These complexes may originate from the use of fluorine compounds by industry.
Fluoridation of drinking water to prevent dental caries is practiced by a large number of communities in this country. Fluoride is monitored to assure that an optimum treatment level, usually near 1 mg/L, is maintained.
Scope
1.1 These test methods cover the determination of fluoride ion in water. The following two test methods are given:
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Publisher
ASTM
File size
90.86 KB
Pages
7
Format
PDF
Publication date
2016-06-24
