How Chemical Reactions Purify Water

Chlorination uses chlorine to kill harmful bacteria and viruses in water.
Ozonation purifies water by breaking down pollutants with powerful oxygen molecules.
Coagulation reactions clump tiny particles together so they can be filtered out.
Neutralization adjusts water’s pH by reacting acids with bases.
Activated carbon removes impurities through chemical adsorption reactions.
Fluoridation adds fluoride through controlled reactions to strengthen teeth.
Advanced oxidation processes use UV light and chemicals to destroy toxins.
Ion exchange reactions swap harmful ions like lead with harmless ones.
Chemical precipitation removes heavy metals by turning them into solid particles.
These reactions ensure drinking water is safe, clean, and healthy.