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VOL. 6, ISSUE 1 (2024)
Assessment of physical and chemical characteristics of Johila River dam water
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Sonali Shrivastav, Akshita Shrivastav, Jagrati Chaturvedi, Kiran Singh, Manisha Shukla
Abstract
This study investigates the physical and chemical characteristics of
the Johila River Dam water at various sampling sites (S1, S2, and S3) to
understand the impact of both natural processes and human activities on water
quality. Parameters such as pH, temperature, turbidity, conductivity,
alkalinity, chloride content, suspended solids, total solids, calcium hardness,
magnesium hardness, total hardness, Biological Oxygen Demand (BOD), and
Chemical Oxygen Demand (COD) were analyzed. pH and Temperature showed no
significant variation between treated and untreated water, indicating stability
through the treatment process. Turbidity value found highest at S1, suggesting
high suspended solids and sediment load. S2 reflected highest conductivity and
Chloride contents due to presence of salts and minerals. Alkalinity observed
highest at S3, indicating variations in bicarbonate and carbonate ions.
Suspended and Total Solids found highest at S1, indicating sediment
accumulation and runoff. Magnesium hardness was highest at S2, while total and
calcium hardness was highest at S1. Highest BOD at S2 and highest COD at S3,
indicating varying levels of organic and chemical contaminants. The results
underscore the importance of effective water treatment processes to reduce
contaminants, enhance water clarity, and ensure safe water for human use.
Additionally, targeted conservation efforts are recommended to manage pollution
and protect the ecological health of the Johila River Dam. These include
stricter effluent regulations, improved agricultural practices to minimize
runoff, and sediment management initiatives.
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Pages:13-16
How to cite this article:
Sonali Shrivastav, Akshita Shrivastav, Jagrati Chaturvedi, Kiran Singh, Manisha Shukla "Assessment of physical and chemical characteristics of Johila River dam water". International Journal of Environmental and Ecology Research, Vol 6, Issue 1, 2024, Pages 13-16
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