Arsenic in Drinking Water

Paper Summary:

The paper analyzes the issue of arsenic in drinking water and discusses different points of view regarding this problem. The paper also raises concerns regarding any contradicting research. The paper discusses limitations and developments and concludes that arsenic in the drinking water is an important concern that must be addressed in the near future, as is puts global health at risk.

Outline:
Introduction
Arsenic in Drinking Water as a Topic of Interest
Different Points of View & Conflicting Information
Research Limitations and Assumptions
New Developments
Personal Thoughts

From the Paper:

"In the past few years, the topic of health as it relates to environmental awareness has emerged as a significant concern for global leaders, government officials and the common family. Arsenic, a ubiquitous element found in the atmosphere, soils, rocks, natural waters and organisms, is one of the current leading environmental health issues. Most environmental arsenic problems are the result of mobilization under natural conditions, but man has contributed to the release of arsenic in the environment through mining activity, combustion of fossil fuels, herbicides, and the use of arsenic as an additive to livestock feed."

Sample of Sources Used:

• Smedley, P. & Kinniburgh, D. Source and Behavior of Arsenic in Natural Waters. British Geological Survey, Wallingford, Oxon OX10BB, U.K.
• U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. (2006). Arsenic in Drinking Water. Retrieved December 13, 2006, from http://www.epa.gov/safewater/arsenic/basicinformation.html.
• Commission on Life Sciences. (1999). Arsenic in Drinking Water. National Academy Press.
• World Health Organization. (2006). Arsenic in Drinking Water. Retrieved December 14, 2006, from http://www.who.int/water_sanitation_health/dwq/arsenic/en/print.html.
• Subcommittee on Arsenic in Drinking Water, National Research Council. (1999). Arsenic in Drinking Water. National Academy Press.

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