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29 articles for “Groundwater Arsenic”
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Review on Arsenic Toxicity: Its Treatment And Prevention
Abstract: Arsenic, a metalloid is distributed throughout the surface of the earth. It has various oxidation states, most common being +3 and +5. It is a highly toxic element and is often found in groundwater and contaminated drinking water and can enter the body through various routes like ingestion, absorption and inhalation. Arsenic toxicity can be both acute as well as chronic and can lead to several diseases of the human …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Toxicology · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 17–22 Read article
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A Study of Groundwater Contamination of Patiala District as a HOT SPOT in Punjab
Abstract: Patiala is a part of Malwa belt of Punjab which has reported highest contamination due to heavy metals and other ionic pollutants in groundwater. The Department of Water Supply and Sanitation's (DWSS) Punjab Statement on Water Quality Monitoring and Mitigation paints a dismal picture of Punjab's current water quality situation. It is estimated that around 50% habitations are having poor quality of water due to high contamination of arsenic, iron, …
Published in Journal of Water Pollution & Purification Research · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 1–13 Read article
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Heavy Metals Contamination of Groundwater in Patiala District of Punjab State, India
Abstract: Punjab is facing a crisis situation due to high levels of uranium (U), especially in Malwa belt, along with heavy metals in underground water table of Punjab in selected districts both in Malwa and Majha belts. Department of Water Supply and Sanitation (DWSS), Punjab report on Water Quality Monitoring and Mitigation presents a deplorable situation about the current water quality scenario in Punjab. Nearly 50% habitations are found to be …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Toxicology · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 34–42 Read article
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Extraction of Copper from Electronic Waste (E-Waste): A Review
Abstract: The issue of electronic waste, or e-waste, is indeed a significant global concern with far-reaching environmental and health implications. As technology continues to advance and become more integrated into our daily lives, the disposal of obsolete or broken electronic devices has become a pressing issue. This waste not only contains valuable metals but also toxic substances, posing significant challenges for disposal and management. Improper disposal of e-waste is a significant …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 14–27 Read article
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Qualitative and Quantitative Assessment of Water Resources at Moradabad District (UP), India
Abstract: Moradabad district houses several medium and small-scale industrial units: such as alloy manufacturing, chrome plating, electroplating, and metal extraction from e-waste. The city is known for its export of brass handicrafts to various countries across the world including North America and Europe and is popularly known as Peetal Nagri (Brass City). Heavy metals like lead, copper, arsenic and iron used in alloy manufacturing and nickel and chromium used in plating …
Published in Journal of Water Pollution & Purification Research · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Physicochemical Analysis of Groundwater Quality In Owerri Municipal, Imo State, Nigeria Using MATLAB and ANN Models.
Abstract: The physicochemical analysis of groundwater quality in Owerri Municipal council, Imo state, Nigeria was carried out. Fifteen water samples were randomly selected from the five villages that make up Owerri municipal council were anlayzed for physicochemical parameters using standard methods. The results from the study area showed that the temperature ranged between 26.5-28.0oC; рH ranged between 4.80-5.32. Electrical conductivity ranged between 77-166 µЅ/cm. The total dissolved solids were between 35.4-168.4mg/l; …
Published in Emerging Trends in Chemical Engineering · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 1–21 Read article
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Heavy Metal Contamination of Groundwater in Malwa Region of Punjab and Potential Technological Solutions
Abstract: Bathinda is part of the Malwa region of Punjab and is part of a belt which was earlier called the cotton belt of India but is now hailed as the cancer belt of India. The Malwa region faces high cancer incidence rates. For every 1 million people living in this region, 1089 are diagnosed with cancer. The rate of cancer in the Malwa region is 36.13% higher than the national …
Published in Journal of Water Pollution & Purification Research · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 1–14 Read article
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Geo-chemical Analysis of Arsenic in Medium Aquifers and Its Relation with Physical Parameters: A Study of Ballia District, India
Abstract: The main objective of this paper is to assess the spatial variation of arsenic (As) in medium aquifer and to relate it with surface elevation and slope generated using Shuttle Radar Topography Mission (SRTM) satellite data and water table. Water samples were collected in both pre- and post-monsoon season in 2011. The analysis of water samples for As were carried out by using atomic absorption spectrophotometer (AAS). Total 33 water …
Published in Journal of Water Resource Engineering and Management · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 38–50 Read article
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Recognition and Mapping of Structural Guides for Barytes Mineral Exploration in Parts of Kadapa District using Remote Sensing and GIS
Abstract: Identification and mapping of structural criteria of a region reveals information about the occurrence of ore deposits of igneous and metamorphic origin. Remote Sensing and GIS data helps in detection of such structural features, like faults, lineament, folds, etc. These are important guides for exploration of ore mineral and groundwater. Kadapa district hosts important ore minerals of igneous and metamorphic origin like Barytes, asbestos, gold, galena, steatite etc. Barytes is …
Published in Journal of Remote Sensing & GIS · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 30–36 Read article