Germanium
City of Natchez
Germanium is a naturally occuring element used as a component in semiconductors and fiber optics. Excessive exposures to germanium may harm the kidneys.
Testing results - average by year
Year | Average result | Samples taken | Detections | Range of results |
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2013 | N/A | 0 | 0 | N/A |
2014 | N/A | 0 | 0 | N/A |
2015 | N/A | 0 | 0 | N/A |
2016 | N/A | 0 | 0 | N/A |
2017 | N/A | 0 | 0 | N/A |
2018 | N/A | 0 | 0 | N/A |
2019 | 1.10 ppb | 1 | 1 | 1.10 ppb |
ppb = parts per billion
All test results
Date | Lab ID | Result |
---|---|---|
2019-10-23 | 35507542001SEA1 | 1.10 ppb |
2020-04-13 | 35543674001SEA2 | 1.40 ppb |