The Brita® Pitchers/Dispensers Filter reduces lead, copper, chlorine (taste and odor) and mercury – all of which may be found in tap water. • A sieve and bottom filter mesh screen out larger particulate matter from the water • Activated carbon granules act like a sponge, sucking up Chlorine (taste and odor), as well as Benzene. • An Ion Exchange Resin acts like a magnet to attract and hold the impurities such as Lead, Copper, Mercury, Cadmium, and Zinc at the molecular level. |