The book is written for the practitioner in water analysis and quality assurance of drinking water. In addition to detailed instructions for sampling and immediate analysis, the book provides a concise presentation of the theoretical background and of data evaluation. The presented analytical methods can be applied successfully with simple equipment as well as in modern advanced laboratories. The book is a bench-top laboratory manual and can be used for instruction in laboratory staff training programs. It treats the analysis of organic and inorganic compounds and also deals with microbiological problems associated with the guidelines for waste water, surface and ground water, and drinking water quality.
