What are different water quality parameters

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Water quality parameters are characteristics used to assess the suitability of water for different uses.

Physical parameters: temperature, color, turbidity, odor, taste
Chemical parameters: pH, dissolved oxygen, total dissolved solids, hardness, alkalinity, nutrients, metals, pesticides, organic compounds
Biological parameters: coliform bacteria, E. coli, viruses, parasites, algae, zooplankton
Radiological parameters: radon, uranium, alpha and beta particles
Examples of water quality standards: drinking water standards, recreational water quality standards, agricultural water quality standards

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