Water that comes up positive after fecal coliform testing indicates health risks most commonly associated with
A)infection by E.coli.
B)heavy metals and toxic organic molecules.
C)radon and other radioactive materials.
D)a variety of pathogens in human sewage.

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Fecal coliform testing specifically looks for bacteria that are associated with human and animal waste. Therefore, if water comes up positive after fecal coliform testing, it is most likely contaminated with pathogens commonly found in human sewage.

Water That Comes Up Positive After Fecal Coliform Testing Indicates