📊 Calculation Method

📈 Results

Acid Neutralizing Capacity
— meq/L
ANC in Alternative Units
— mg/L as CaCO₃
Water Quality Assessment
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Formula: ANC = [HCO₃⁻] + 2[CO₃²⁻] + [OH⁻] – [H⁺]

📚 About Acid Neutralizing Capacity (ANC)

Acid Neutralizing Capacity is a measure of a water body’s ability to neutralize acid inputs. It’s crucial for understanding water quality, especially in lakes and streams affected by acid rain.

Key Applications:

  • Environmental monitoring and assessment
  • Acid rain impact studies
  • Lake restoration planning
  • Water treatment optimization
  • Regulatory compliance reporting

Interpretation:

  • ANC > 0.2 meq/L: Good buffering capacity against acid inputs
  • ANC 0.05-0.2 meq/L: Moderate vulnerability to acidification
  • ANC < 0.05 meq/L: High vulnerability to acid damage
  • ANC < 0: Already acidified, requires remediation