How can I tell if air bubbles are causing my water to look milky?
There is a simple test you can perform to verify if the milky water is due to air bubbles. First, fill a clear glass with cold water from the tap and then set it on a counter top or table. Observe the glass, the milky appearance of the water should begin to clear from the bottom of the glass as the air bubbles rise to the top of the glass. After several minutes most of the air bubbles will have disappeared and the water should look clear.

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1. What are the sources of drinking water?
2. Why are there contaminants in my drinking water?
3. Is my drinking water safe to drink?
4. How often is my water tested?
5. How can I get my water tested?
6. Do I need to take special precautions?
7. Do I need to filter my water?
8. What is the pH of my water?
9. Is there fluoride in my water?
10. Do I have hard or soft water?
11. What can I do about chlorine taste and odor?
12. I live on a dead-end (cul-de-sac) and my water has a yellow tinge to it. Is this okay?
13. Why is my water milky?
14. How can I tell if air bubbles are causing my water to look milky?
15. How can I get my rain catchment system water tested?
16. What other contaminants may be found in my drinking water?