This study presents the results of a visual and mineralogical characterization of scales developed
over long time periods (up to 115 years) at galvanically-connected lead-brass and lead-copper
joints from several different drinking water distribution systems. The long-term exposure aspect
of these samples allows a direct view as to which metal in the galvanic couple actually
behaved anodically (i.e., corroded) over time, and an evaluation of mineral phases produced at
these sites. Although beyond the scope of the current study, the latter observations, coupled with
knowledge of the bulk water chemistry, may be used to model the conditions under which the
deposits formed. Includes 7 references, tables, figures.
| Edition : | Vol. - No. |
| File Size : | 1
file
, 38 MB |
| Note : | This product is unavailable in Ukraine, Russia, Belarus |
| Number of Pages : | 14 |
| Published : | 11/01/2009 |
