What are the implications of hydroxylamine formation for drinking water purification?
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Topic
The presence of hydroxylamine in the reduction of nitrate and nitrite is problematic for drinking water purification because hydroxylamine is more toxic than nitrate, nitrite, and ammonium. The study found that hydroxylamine can accumulate significantly during the reaction.
Answer
The formation of hydroxylamine during nitrate and nitrite reduction poses a major setback for drinking water purification applications due to its toxicity. It is crucial to consider hydroxylamine in the catalyst and process design to ensure safe drinking water.
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