Is there a way to know if a spring/water has sulfur?
Is there a quick way or a cheap test (like some kind of strip which would change its color if sulfur is present) to know if the water in a spring has sulfur content in it ?
Specifically, I am looking at making sure there is no sulfur in any of the springs that I may encounter while travelling in South Eastern Asia (Bangladesh, West Bengal(India)).
Best Answer
A quick test to be sure that there is not too much sulfur could be done simply by smelling (sulfured hot springs typically have smell close to rotten eggs).
Though, such a smell could be indicative of sulfur somewhere else (not in the water), and too small concentrations of sulfur in water could smell nothing as well.
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How can you tell if water is sulfur?
If your water smells like rotten eggs, that likely indicates the presence of hydrogen sulfide gas. This could be due to a problem with your water heater or naturally occurring sulfur bacteria, especially in well water. These issues can produce hydrogen sulfide, which leaves an unpleasant scent wherever it goes.How do you test for sulfur in well water?
The first is the Sulfur Stick which looks like an old oral thermometer. It has a glass tip on either end which both need to be snapped off. Then you draw a glass of water and place the Sulfur Stick in the glass for approximately three (3) minutes. Then you simply read the level of sulfur under the glass tube.Why does spring smell like sulfur?
Hydrogen sulfide gas (H2S) can give water a \u201crotten egg\u201d taste or odor. This gas can occur in wells anywhere and be: Naturally occurring - a result of decay and chemical reactions with soil and rocks. Produced by certain \u201csulfur bacteria\u201d in the groundwater, well, or plumbing system.What happens if you drink water with sulfur in it?
Sulfur is found in many foods and is considered a vital part of a healthy diet, but too much sulfur in your drinking water can lead to diarrhea and dehydration. Sulfur not only stinks and makes your water taste bad, it can also stain your sinks, toilets, and clothing and even damage plumbing.How Things Work : How Do Water Springs Work?
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