Germanium
Des Moines Water Works
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 |
---|---|---|---|---|
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 | ND | 6 | 0 | ND |
ppb = parts per billion
All test results
Date | Lab ID | Result |
---|---|---|
2019-08-12 | 848404 | ND |
2019-08-12 | 848402 | ND |
2019-08-12 | 848392 | ND |
2019-11-04 | 888519 | ND |
2019-11-04 | 888538 | ND |
2019-11-04 | 888552 | ND |
2020-02-03 | 923786 | ND |
2020-02-03 | 923788 | ND |
2020-02-03 | 923784 | ND |