coliforms

water samples were tested for coliforms to assess their overall safety.

elevated levels of coliforms in the well indicated potential contamination.

regular monitoring of coliforms is crucial for maintaining drinking water quality.

the presence of fecal coliforms suggested sewage contamination in the river.

researchers studied the distribution of coliforms in different soil types.

the wastewater treatment plant effectively reduced coliform counts.

total coliforms are a broad indicator of potential microbial contamination.

fecal coliforms are more specific indicators of human or animal waste.

the lab analyzed the samples to identify and quantify coliforms.

disinfection processes aim to eliminate coliforms from the water supply.

coliforms are commonly used as indicator organisms in water quality testing.