Germanium
City of Tomball
Germanium is a naturally occuring element used as a component in semiconductors and fiber optics. Excessive exposures to germanium may harm the kidneys.
Testing results - average by year
Year | Average result | Samples taken | Detections | Range of results |
---|---|---|---|---|
2014 | N/A | 0 | 0 | N/A |
2015 | N/A | 0 | 0 | N/A |
2016 | N/A | 0 | 0 | N/A |
2017 | N/A | 0 | 0 | N/A |
2018 | N/A | 0 | 0 | N/A |
2019 | 1.60 ppb | 2 | 2 | 1.10 ppb - 2.10 ppb |
ppb = parts per billion
All test results
Date | Lab ID | Result |
---|---|---|
2019-07-23 | 35484316001SEA1 | 2.10 ppb |
2019-07-23 | 35484316002SEA1 | 1.10 ppb |
2020-01-29 | 35527299001SEA2 | 2.10 ppb |
2020-01-29 | 35527299002SEA2 | 1.10 ppb |