Question

Which of the following organism is a common contaminant in potable water resulting from fecal contamination of water?

• A. Staphylococcus aureus
• B. Eschericia coli
• C. Enterobacterium
• D. Streptococcus

Answer 1

The correct option is B Eschericia coli

A. Staphylococcus aureus a contaminant of objects, or by inhaling infected droplets dispersed by sneezing or coughing.

B.Escherichia coli is a common contaminant in potable water resulting from fecal contamination of water.

C. Enterobacterium is a common contamination through food.

D. Streptococcus is a common contamination through blood.

Fecal contamination, more specifically of E.coli which is an indicator microorganism for other pathogen that may be present in feces. Increase level of fecal coliforms indicate failure of water treatment.

So, the correct option is 'Eschericia coli'.