When we think of mop water, most likely we think of our kitchen floor. In industrial plants, however, mop water could contain a toxic blend of chemicals that are mopped off the floor, and sometimes end up in our rivers, streams and municipal wastewater systems. While we consider the health of our environment, we don't necessarily realize the hidden dangers of mop water. This article will provide an overview of some of the detrimental effects industrial mop water has on the environment, public health and some wastewater treatment processes.
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