We wished to learn whether any correlation exists between concentratio
ns of calcium, phosphorus and fluoride in honey and the water used in
its processing. Calcium concentrations were determined by flame (N2O/C
2H2) atomic-absorption spectrophotometry, phosphorus by flameless atom
ic-absorption spectrometry and fluoride potentiometrically. Statistica
l analysis revealed no direct correlation between the different elemen
ts in water and honey. Furthermore, reduced variability of these three
elements in honey with respect to their concentration in water was fo
und. It is concluded that the elemental composition of water does not
contribute substantially towards the levels of calcium, phosphorus or
fluoride of honey.