a filter to remove contaminants from the drinking water
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The contaminant mostly comes from manure or fertilizer but can also originate from septic systems and other sources.—Laura Schulte, Journal Sentinel, 25 Apr. 2024 The most notable contaminant, perchloroethylene (PCE), is a cleaning solvent that has been linked to several types of cancer.—Tony Briscoe, Los Angeles Times, 22 Apr. 2024 See all Example Sentences for contaminant
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