Raw Water
Raw Water: Water that has not been treated in any way, such as by filtration or chlorination.
Raw Water: Water that has not been treated in any way, such as by filtration or chlorination.
Reasonable Maximum Exposure: The greatest amount of a chemical to which humans can be exposed without experiencing adverse effects. This is usually determined by animal studies, and then extrapolated to humans.
Reasonable Worst Case: The exposure scenario that is most likely to result in the greatest adverse effects. This is usually determined by animal studies, and then extrapolated to humans.
Recharge Area: An area where water is replenished, such as a groundwater aquifer or a wetland. Recharge areas are important for maintaining water supplies and preventing pollution.
Recharge Rate: The rate at which water is replenished in a recharge area. Recharge rates can be affected by factors such as rainfall, land use, and climate change.