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The water molecule is one of the most complex and most studied molecules. One would think that with it being only two hydrogen atoms and one oxygen atom that it would be relatively simple to analyze. The problem with this thinking is the fact that water is the most universal solvent in the world and dissolves anything and everything in its path to some degree. With estimates of 60,000 to 300,000 possible contaminants in water and 75,000 chemicals used daily in our society, plus the fact that 1,000 new chemicals are invented each year, water becomes even more complex.

Water is life sustaining for animals, plants, and humans. It is also known to be a very good medium for the spread of disease, bacteria, and pathogens. In a grower’s perspective, how contaminants react with soil media, fertilizers, pesticides, and herbicides, make an impact on their crop production.

In the Water Quality zone, you’ll be able to read about some of the emerging water quality issues, including technologies used to treat water, and see some of the best new products on the market.