Question
Chemistry Question on Water pollution
The most common indicator organism that represents polluted water is
A
C. vibrio
B
Entamoeba histolytica
C
E.coli
D
P.typhi.
Answer
E.coli
Explanation
Solution
E.coli is the most common indicator of water pollution. It naturally occurs in the intestines of human beings and animals. They are commonly found in sewage and if E.coli are detected in water then it indicates fecal contamination. So if E.coli are detected in drinking water it indicates a serious health risk and that water should not be used for drinking.