Water Quality Testing Procedures

The video tutorial provides a comprehensive guide on using the health metric drinking water test kit. It includes instructions for conducting various tests such as nitrate, nitrite, four-in-one (pH, alkalinity, chlorine, hardness), copper, lead, and bacteria. Each test is explained with step-by-step instructions, including how to use the test strips, interpret color changes, and compare results to color charts or examples in the booklet. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of following instructions carefully to ensure accurate results.

What components are included in the health metric drinking water test kit?

• Two four-in-one tests, one copper test, and two lead tests

• One nitrate test, two copper tests, and two bacterial tests

• Two nitrate nitrite tests, two four-in-one tests, one copper test, one lead test, and one bacterial test

• Two nitrate tests, one copper test, and one bacterial test

How long should you wait for the color to develop when testing for nitrate and nitrite?

• 5 seconds

• 30 seconds

• 1 minute

• 2 minutes

What does the four-in-one test measure?

• Bacteria, lead, copper, and nitrate

• pH, alkalinity, chlorine, and hardness

• Chlorine, bacteria, pH, and nitrite

• Nitrate, nitrite, copper, and lead

How long should you swirl the strip in water when testing for copper?

• 5 seconds

• 10 seconds

• 15 seconds

• 20 seconds

What is the correct procedure for testing lead in water?

• Shake the vial for 20 seconds and compare the color

• Dip the strip in water and wait 10 minutes

• Swirl the strip in water for 15 seconds and fold it

• Add a water sample to the vial and place the strip arrow side down

What indicates a negative result in the bacteria test?

• The color remains clear

• The color turns blue

• The color remains purple

• The color turns yellow

How long should you wait after shaking the jar for the bacteria test?

• 48 hours

• 20 minutes

• 10 minutes

• 1 hour

What is the minimum room temperature required for the bacteria test?

• 80 degrees

• 70 degrees

• 90 degrees

• 60 degrees

What should you do if the color turns yellow in the bacteria test?

• Add more water

• Discard the jar

• Retest the water

• Shake the jar again