Green Plumbing

Category - Water-Efficient Technology

Which of the following are potential contaminant-related risks associated with the use of graywater?
  1. Traces of blackwater/fecal matter and associated pathogenic bacteria
  2. High levels of toxins such as bleach or solvents
  3. Boron and salt concentrations harmful to plants during irrigation
  4. All of the above
Explanation
Answer: D - All of these responses are potential contaminant-related risks associated with the use of graywater. Pathogenic bacteria can pose problems in graywater uses involving splashing or spraying water. Bleach, solvents, boron, salt and other matter in relatively high levels can prove damaging or toxic to plants in both agricultural and landscape settings.
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