Abstract

The determination of sulfate is important because it has been reported that when this ion is present in excess of about 250 mg/L in drinking water, it causes a cathartic action (especially in children) in the presence of sodium and magnesium, and gives a bad taste to the water.

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Published
Document Type	Standard
Status	Current
Publisher	American Society for Testing and Materials
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Committee	D 19
Supersedes	ASTM D 516 : 2011