Will solid lead dissolve in water? ?

Question

Or will the water have lead in it just from being in it ?

Answer 1

Depends on the water!

Some solid elemental lead will dissolve in pure water, more if the water is slightly acidic. Even under the best conditions, 1 liter of water can hold only about 500 micrograms of dissolved lead. At that point its saturated and will hold no more.

Answer 2

no it won't dissolve in water,

if the water is acidic, (acid rain water), it will dissolve the tarnish of lead oxide ,... & put lead into the water,

that's why we are no longer allowed to use lead based solder in drinking water plumbing