Rainwater: Is it Safe to Drink?

Rainwater can contain harmful contaminants such as bacteria, viruses, parasites, and chemicals, making it unsafe to drink without proper purification or treatment.

Microbial Contamination:

- Bacteria: E. coli, Salmonella, Shigella, Pseudomonas, etc.

- Viruses: Hepatitis A and E, Protozoan parasites: Giardia lamblia, Cryptosporidium, etc.

Chemical Contamination:

- Industrial pollutants: Lead, Mercury, Cadmium, etc.

- Agricultural runoff: Pesticides, Fertilizers, etc.

- Acidic deposition (acid rain): Lowers pH

- It is essential to boil rainwater or use a reliable water purification system to ensure its safety for drinking.**

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