Existing data for characteristics (constitution, action, biodegradation, the trend of production and consumption, toxicity, water quality standards) of synthetic detergents were collected and anlyzed. In addition, synthetic detergents contamination on...
Existing data for characteristics (constitution, action, biodegradation, the trend of production and consumption, toxicity, water quality standards) of synthetic detergents were collected and anlyzed. In addition, synthetic detergents contamination on various rivers and consumer taps in seoul were analyzed. Based upon the status of water treatment processes and water chemicals in Korea and USA, the effect of synthetic detergents on water treatment processes was examined intensively. Also, the control of synthetic detergents, using advanced water treatment, was suggested.