Microbiology with Diseases by Body System (4th Edition)

Published by Benjamin Cummings
ISBN 10: 032191855X
ISBN 13: 978-0-32191-855-0

Chapter 25 - Applied and Environmental Microbiology - Questions For Review - Fill in the Blanks - Page 818: 4

Answer

Blank 1: Zero

Work Step by Step

Potable water is allowed to have zero coliforms per 100 mL of water tested. This is key, for if there are coliforms in the water, the water can be dangerous for consumption, posing a risk for humans drinking water from the incorrectly tested water source.
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