Asked by Taylor Fujimoto on Jun 15, 2024

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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency establishes drinking water standards to:

A) determine how much water each state can use on a yearly basis
B) set a safe limit on the concentration of select contaminants in groundwater
C) control the bottled drinking water industry

Drinking Water Standards

Regulatory benchmarks set to ensure the safety and quality of water for human consumption.

Concentration

The amount of a given substance in a specified volume or mass of a solution or mixture.

  • Explain the role and regulations of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency in establishing drinking water standards.
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Sergio LopezJun 19, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) establishes drinking water standards primarily to set safe limits on the concentration of select contaminants in groundwater and drinking water. This is to ensure that the water is safe for human consumption.