Using ICP Instrumentation for Fast and Accurate Determination of Trace and Major Metallic and Elemental Components in Drinking Water Samples

The availability of clean and safe water, free from dangerous chemicals and contaminants is imperative for the health and safety of the public. Increased concerns about water quality due to over-use, climate change and pollution have highlighted the importance of drinking water quality. In the UK, all water supplied to the public must be monitored to ensure strict compliance with water quality guidelines set out by the British Government. It is therefore crucial to analyse water samples in order to identify any harmful chemicals or micro-organism, ensuring the fitness for consumption of drinking water.