The most effective methods to remove chloride from well water are reverse osmosis, electrodialysis, and distillation systems.
Here's a breakdown of these methods:
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Reverse Osmosis (RO): RO uses pressure to force water through a semi-permeable membrane, filtering out chloride and other contaminants.
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Electrodialysis (ED): ED uses an electrical current to separate chloride ions from the water. The ions are drawn through membranes, leaving purified water behind.
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Distillation: Distillation involves boiling the water and collecting the steam. The steam is then condensed back into water, leaving the chloride and other non-volatile contaminants behind.
Method | Description |
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Reverse Osmosis | Uses pressure to force water through a membrane, filtering out chloride. |
Electrodialysis | Uses electricity to separate chloride ions from the water. |
Distillation | Boils water and collects the steam, leaving chloride behind. |