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Coastal Water Contamination, 2002.
An analysis of a study carried out to determine the coliform count in water samples from Back Bay at Newport Beach, California.
1,200 words (approx. 4.8 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 41.95
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This paper examines how a study of Southern California coastal waters in 1999 showed that the waters rarely contain enough bacteria during the summer to make swimmers sick, except at creeks and storm drains that are releasing urban runoff. It looks at how significant portion of coastal water contamination comes from non-point source pollution such as agriculture and urban runoff, faulty septic systems, marinas and recreational boating and habitat degradation. It proposes a study to determine the coliform count in water samples from New Port Beach, California which is considered to be one of the best urban beaches in the United States and provides an analysis of the results.
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"Newport Beach is the fifth best urban beach in the United States, according to the Surfrider Foundation report issued in May, 2000 (Mehta, 2000). The city was one of three California communities to make the list as a place where healthy shorelines and urban development coexist. However, Newport Bay suffers from extreme pollution from the Santa Ana River. In January, 2000 Gumbel (2000) reported that all 8 miles of Huntington Beach, a few miles north of Newport Beach, had been closed since the previous summer because the water had shown exceptionally high levels of enterococcus bacteria, indicating fecal contamination. Surfrider Beach in Malibu was plagued at the same time by E. coli bacteria and viruses. The contamination in both cases was attributed to urban runoff."
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Water Contamination, 2002.
This paper deals with the E.P.A. violations regarding water contamination.
780 words (approx. 3.1 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 27.95
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The paper reviews the work ?A Civil Action? by Jonathan Harr as a basis for exploring violation of E.P.A. regarding water contamination. It uses the incident of water contamination that took place at Woburn, Massachusetts in the 1960s and 70s as one that serves as a lesson in the prevention of water contamination. It lists the deficiencies responsible for the contamination, such as the lack of laboratory checks, lack of inspections of the land and water, lack of compliance evaluation and inhibited civil action.
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""A Civil Action? by Jonathan Harr is a book that brings awareness to communities that might be unaware of the EPA standards against water contamination, and the neglect of concerned authorities allowing industries to carry out their illegal dumping of chemicals in certain areas. The incident of water contamination that took place at Woburn, Massachusetts is one that serves as a lesson in history that should not be repeated. This case of water contamination was believed to be responsible for claiming many lives through leukemia because of a chemical substance (Trichloroethylene) present in the water."
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Bottled Water Contamination, 2002.
A study of the report by the Natural Resources Defense Council that commercially bottled drinking water in the United States is often contaminated.
685 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 24.95
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This paper describes undisclosed bottled water contamination in America. The paper reports that most of the bottled water is not frequently checked, and that a small percent of it is unsafe for the public. It illustrates how the American public has been advertised into perceiving that bottled water is pure and clean. The author calls for the labeling of bottled water to disclosing the water source, treatments and other key information.
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"According to a four-year scientific study made recently public by Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) stated that the sales of bottled water in the United States have been blown up in recent years, mainly as a result of a public awareness of purity driven by advertisements and packaging labels featuring unspoiled glaciers and crystal-clear mountain springs. However, bottled water sold in the United States does not necessarily cleaner or safer than most tap water (NRDC)."
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Water Contamination, 1992.
Examines methods for removing arsenic compounds from waste water.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 16 sources, $ 47.95
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"Removal of Arsenic Compounds From Waste Water
Land disposal of arsenic containing waste, use of arsenic containing pesticides and ore smelting have resulted in increased environmental levels of arsenic containing compounds. (15, 13) A significant amount of these arsenic containing compounds contaminates waste water. An examination of any process for reducing increased levels of arsenic containing compounds in waste water involves an understanding of the chemistry of dissolved arsenic containing compounds, an effective method for measuring dissolved arsenic compounds, and an efficient system for removal of arsenic containing compounds from waste water. Removal of arsenic containing compounds should be addressed in the context of an integrated waste water management program.
Anderson and Bruland (1) examined the forms that arsenic ..."
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Lead-Contaminated Drinking Water, 2008.
This paper explains that lead contamination of drinking water is a serious and persistent health issue in the developed world.
1,170 words (approx. 4.7 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 40.95
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This paper relates that the negative health effects of lead-contaminated drinking water are significant and occur at very low concentrations. The author points out that the primary source for contamination has been identified as corroding plumbing, which means that almost the whole of the developed world is faced with this danger. The paper urges that samples of real-world concentrations of lead in the drinking water supplies in the developed world should be taken from residential, commercial, industrial, and public buildings. The author suggests that this information should be used to develop public health policies.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Literature Review
Discussion and Analysis
Summary of Findings
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"Even at very low levels of lead exposure, individuals can experience measurable and permanent neurological damage. This is especially true for the young. Bryant (2004) contends that children are most susceptible to lead exposure from birth until the age of six. This is consistent with remarks by Watt et al. (1996), who outline the effects of minimal lead exposure to infants via drinking water--from bottle feeding, breast, or directly from the mother's blood before birth. Watt et al. (1996) points out that exposure to low levels of lead in infants has been positively correlated to decreases in intelligence over the course of an individual's life."
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Contaminated Drinking Water, 2002.
Examines the reality and implications of contaminated drinking water in the western world.
1,900 words (approx. 7.6 pages), 10 sources, $ 71.95
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An 8-page paper examining contaminated drinking water in its western and Third World implications. How economic factors aggravate the problem and affect the ability to find solutions.
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Water Quality, 2005.
This paper examines the state of water contamination in two bodies of water associated with the San Francisco Bay.
1,575 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 11 sources, $ 62.95
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This paper discusses the state of water contamination the San Pablo Bay and the Sacramento River, which are two bodies of water associated with the San Francisco Bay. The author points out that both of these bodies of water are analyzed for the state of lead, MtBE and copper contamination. The paper relates that potential or existing management options are discussed.
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"The Sacramento River and the San Pablo Bay are currently home to numerous contaminants, including Lead (Pb), Copper (Cu), and methyl tertiary butyl ether (MtBE). These contaminants, which originate from various sources, affect the health of wildlife, as well as the health of people who enjoy the wildlife resources in the area. The San Pablo Bay, one of five interconnected bay sections making up the San Francisco Bay, receives downstream waters from the Sacramento River, connecting the study and health of both waterways. The levels of contaminants must be monitored to maintain water quality and the health of the environment in the Sacramento River Basin and the San Francisco Bay region. Management options are underway and guidelines for contaminants exist but they must constantly be reevaluated to best combat the threats such contaminants pose to the area."
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Contamination from Munitions, 2004.
This paper is an essay critical of the United States' military for its disregard for contamination caused by munitions.
1,215 words (approx. 4.9 pages), 9 sources, MLA, $ 41.95
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This paper discusses the problems of the residents of Badger, Wisconsin, who are battling to drink contaminant-free water, trying to avoid poisoned fish in Ballistics Pond, and holding their breath while old ammunition sites are burning dinitrotuluene; and yet the government continues to both push and ignore the very destruction that ails them. The author continues that the Department of Defense is spending money on additional armed submarines to continue polluting the oceans. The paper states that, if the United States government wants more money for defense, it should consider taking up effective listening in regards to what might matter to the people in the world.
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"The budget proposal mentioned becomes even more sickening when you explore what has happened in Badger further. Badger citizens cannot even drink their own water. According to The Citizens for Safe Water around Badger, "Late on Wednesday, March 3, the Army received results from monitoring wells sampled during the December 2003 round. Several monitoring wells located along the south boundary of Badger detected DNT in groundwater near the intersection of Keller Road and Highway 78 in Sumpter township. DNT levels were detected at 0.02 and 0.05 ppb (parts per billion). The safe drinking water standard for DNTs is 0.05 ppb." The detection of this cancer - causing agent in the Badger water prompted the military to hurry up and wait. Time has elapsed, dollars have been spent, and there is still no cure."
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Water Pollution, 1990.
This paper discusses water pollution: Various contaminants of domestic, agricultural and industrial supplies, methods of treatment and purification.
2,700 words (approx. 10.8 pages), 7 sources, $ 95.95
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"Water is an essential ingredient for life and may be the most precious resource the earth has to offer humanity. Many believe, however, that this valuable commodity is in danger as a result of man-made pollution. Through disrespect, shortsightedness and neglect, the species may be compromising its own survival unless there is significant improvement in water quality and management. The purpose of this paper will be to discuss water and its pollution through the various contaminants found in domestic, agricultural and industrial uses. In addition, a review of the legal issues and current methods of water treatment and purification will be included.
All the fresh water in the world's lakes, creeks, streams and rivers equals less than .01 percent of the earth's total water supply (4:80). The system is continually replenished by ... "
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Solid Waste Disposal & Contamination, 2002.
An analysis of the environmental crisis of fecal contamination due to inadequate solid waste disposal.
1,662 words (approx. 6.6 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 54.95
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This paper discusses the hazardous effects of inadequate methods of solid waste disposal on the environment. The paper emphasizes the urgency of the need to deal with this issue, and describes fecal contamination as the major culprit. The writer illustrates how the lack of modern sanitation facilities and adequate health care in certain areas, are the main cause of fecal contamination.
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"Fecal waste may contain an undetermined number of bacteria, viruses, and parasites capable of causing disease in humans and animals. Studies have focused on numbers of indicator bacteria (total coliforms, fecal coliforms, and fecal streptococci) or enteroviruses in feces and leachates, but have not estimated the total pathogen load or identified the major sources of these pathogens. This may be due to lack of detection methods for many of the pathogens in solid waste or leachate as well as potentially low numbers of viable but non-culturable organisms. Fecal waste is a breeding ground for diseases and even the smallest of contaminations can cause a great deal of problems."
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PCB Contamination, 2004.
An analysis of the issues involved in PCB contamination and possible solutions.
1,007 words (approx. 4.0 pages), 10 sources, MLA, $ 35.95
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This paper gives a full overview of Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCB). The paper presents background information on PCBs, including their sources, cleanup efforts, stakeholders, and similar toxins. The paper emphasizes environmental and water quality applications.
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"Advances in the treatment of affected aquatic systems have been made and PCB contamination is becoming less widespread. The stakeholders associated with this issue are large electrical companies like White-Westinghouse and General Electric and biotechnology corporations such as the Monsanto Company. The electric companies needed a chemical that could be used for industrial cooling and the Monsanto Company used their technology to create this chemical. (Schmidt,48)"
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Food Contamination, 2001.
Discusses food-borne diseases, symptoms of food poisoning, threat to U.S.
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 3 sources, $ 23.95
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"Home may be where the heart is, but it is also where the bacteria are. An American?s home is the most likely place where that person will suffer the effects of food contamination ? although restaurants generate more headlines and more concern for most people. This paper provides a brief overview of the food-borne illnesses that are present in the United States today and how each of these has come to be a threat to the American population.
There are between 20 million and 40 million reported cases of food poisoning annually in this country with the cost in medical bills, lost wages and product recalls as high as $10 billion, according to federal estimates caused by the microbial contamination of such foods as poultry, eggs, dairy and seafood (Puzo, 198, p. 8/2)."
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Groundwater Contamination, 1988.
Discusses origins, types; economic, political, health aspects; proposed solution based on cost/benefit analysis of social capital.
1,575 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 8 sources, $ 55.95
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"The purpose of this research is to briefly examine the problem of groundwater contamination. The types (origins) of groundwater contamination are identified; economic and political implications are discussed; and solutions proposed.
TYPES (ORIGINS) OF GROUNDWATER CONTAMINATION
The three primary origins of groundwater contamination are (1) urban living, (2) industrial operations, and (3) agricultural activities. Urban living creates groundwater contamination primarily through the use of water as a medium for carrying sewage effluent, and the subsequent return of the water to the supply pool. Urban living also creates groundwater contamination through automobile and household lawn wastes carried to the supply pool through surface runoff. As urbanization increases,(...)"
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How Polluted Land Affects Our Water, 2006.
An analysis of the link between the agricultural pollution of land and the contamination of water sources.
1,700 words (approx. 6.8 pages), 9 sources, MLA, $ 55.95
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This paper studies the connection between agriculturally-based land pollution, such as from herbicides and pesticides, and contaminated water. The paper presents research studies and statistics that indicate that this is the most significant and damaging source of water pollution. The paper also looks at the impact of water diversion through damning for irrigation projects. The paper concludes by discussing the international ramifications of land-based water pollution.
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"Rachel Carson, in her landmark book "Silent Spring" was the first to discover the pollution and contamination of land as well as water by insecticides. These chemicals are absorbed in the earth, and then run off into water- lakes or rivers and streams, and eventually into the oceans. The most recent catastrophe on Chesapeake Bay which contaminated almost the entire shrimp and scallop crop was presumed to have been caused by a chemical spill which began a "fouling" process that was like a fatal domino effect. From the pristine water, of the Bay it then ran off into nearby farmland, not only damaging crops, but also polluting one of the largest poultry producing areas in the country."
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MTBE and Water, 2002.
Evaluates the threat that MTBE poses in contaminating drinking water.
2,400 words (approx. 9.6 pages), 10 sources, $ 89.95
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This paper will attempt to give a context to the current controversies surrounding the potential toxicity of MTBE, particularly to drinking water. As in most debates concerning toxins and their apparent effects (or lack of effects), the two or more sides involved draw upon their socio-political agendas, as well the scientific data. This is neither clearly beneficial to the conflict, nor a deterrent from it. However, this paper will attempt to show in the concluding remarks how scientific enterprises are never absolutely objective themselves. There is ample room for scientific error and this is why, when a substance as fundamental as water is involved, it may be prudent to err on the side of doubt where the data seems to be inconclusive.
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