scholarly journals Assessment of Ganges River Water Quality at Allahabad: A case study for the event of Magha Mela

2014 ◽  
Vol 8 (3) ◽  
pp. 8-14
Author(s):  
LN Gupta ◽  
Ram Avtar ◽  
Ameerjeet Singh ◽  
Pankaj Kumar ◽  
Emmanuel Mutisya ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Water Quality ◽  
Ganges River ◽  
Pollution Load ◽  
Chemical Parameters ◽  
River Ganges ◽  
Physico Chemical ◽  
High Pollution ◽  
Water Quality Status ◽  
The Impact

Considering Ganga River as one of main Holy River in India, millions of people throng to the river to have a holy dip, Aachman (Mouthful of holy water) and cleanse themselves of sins. Magh Mela is a great festival to take place in bank of Triveni (Sangam) at Allahabad and runs more than one and half month, when millions of pilgrims from different regions in India go there for taking a holy bath in Sangam of Ganga. Thus, the bathing in the river during Magh Mela leads to high pollution of the river in comparison to other days such as normal bathing days. This study focused on the water quality status from some selected physico-chemical parameters of River Ganges and the impact of Magh Mela as well as the variation in the river’s flow rate. Results indicate that the pollution load was alarmingly high and the flow of the Ganga had been very poor. Further, the study found that the water was not fit for bathing during the 2012 Magh Mela. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.3126/ijls.v8i3.9303 International Journal of Life Sciences Vol.8(3): 2014: 8-14

Monitoring Urban River Water Quality Using Macroinvertebrate and Physico-Chemical Parameters: Case study of Penchala River, Malaysia

2013 ◽  
Vol 13 (6) ◽  
pp. 474-482 ◽  
Author(s):  
Akmal Mahazar ◽  
Mohammad Shuhaimi-O ◽  
Ahmad Abas Kutty ◽  
Mohamed Nor Mohamed De
Keyword(s):  
Water Quality ◽  
River Water ◽  
River Water Quality ◽  
Urban River ◽  
Chemical Parameters ◽  
Physico Chemical

scholarly journals Assessment of The Impacts of Trout Farming on Water Quality Using Macro Invertebrates as Bio- Indicators

2018 ◽  
Vol 22 (2) ◽  
pp. 175-182
Author(s):  
Anuradha Rai ◽  
Archana Niraula ◽  
Payaswini Ghimire ◽  
Aastha Pandey ◽  
Anu Gurung ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Water Quality ◽  
Similarity Index ◽  
Small Scale ◽  
Multiple Site ◽  
Reference Sites ◽  
Chemical Parameters ◽  
Physico Chemical ◽  
Invertebrate Assemblages ◽  
Trout Farms ◽  
The Impact

The study was conducted to assess the impacts of trout farming on water quality using macro invertebrates as bio-indicators. Two trout farms were selected for the study, viz., Gandaki Trout Farm (GTF) in Kaski district and Fall & Trout Fish Farm (FTF) in Nuwakot district. Reference and impacted sites were selected in each trout farms from where macro invertebrates were collected and physico-chemical parameters were measured. Sorensen’s Index and Multiple Site Similarity Index were calculated to compare the macro-invertebrate assemblages between the impact and the reference sites. Water quality classes were also calculated using macro invertebrate-based tool, NEPBIOS/ASPT scores. Altogether 24 families of macro invertebrates were observed at GTF and 12 families at FTF. The Sorensen’s Similarity Index was greater than 0.5 between reference and impacted sites at GTF; whereas it was only 0.28 at FTF indicating comparatively low level of similarity. In addition, Multiple Site Similarity Index (0.64) at GTF also indicated high similarity between the macro invertebrate assemblages. Reference sites showed higher scores with higher diversity of macro invertebrates. Both farms had suitable water quality for trout (dissolved oxygen and temperature) and most of the physico-chemical parameters did not show significant differences except pH and turbidity at GTF probably due to small scale operation and production. Journal of Institute of Science and TechnologyVolume 22, Issue 2, January 2018, Page: 175-182

scholarly journals     Study  of ecology and interrelationship of parameters in two Ecologically Different  Beels in Gangetic plain of West Bengal, India   

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Golam Ziauddin
Keyword(s):  
Water Quality ◽  
West Bengal ◽  
Quality Parameters ◽  
Pollution Load ◽  
Chemical Parameters ◽  
Dominant Group ◽  
Gangetic Plain ◽  
Closed Type ◽  
Physico Chemical ◽  
Different Seasons

Physical, chemical, and biological parameters of the Kole (Open type) and Suguna (Closed type) wetlands have been investigated from January 2011 to December 2013. These lakes are locally called as Baur.The work has been carried out for one and half year period from nov 2011- May2013 in different seasons viz. monsoon, post monsoon and premonsoon respectively in order to assess water quality parameters and diversity of biotic communities. The present article attempts to investigate the possible interrelationship among the physicochemical parameters and biotic communities of both the beels. During the investigation, zooplankton diversity was observed high in the wetland. Rotifers were the most dominant group followed by Cladocera, Copepoda, Protozoa and Ostracoda during the investigation. There is a high density of zooplankton in monsoon than compare to other seasons indicate good water quality and less pollution load in both beels. These investigations will be the basic guidelines for the researcher in the field of ecology of beels. The comparison of the ecological parameters of these two lakes is attempted in the present investigation. The study aim to investigate the diversity of biotic communities in relation to physico-chemical parameters of surface water in gangetic plain. Physico-chemical parameters of both the beels revealed well marked fluctuations with maxima and minima values of each parameter during specific months and analysis of biotic communities revealed seasonal variations with an increase during summer and a fall during winter and monsoon seasons.

scholarly journals Analysis of mine water from four decommissioned pits in south-western Ghana – implications for remediation programmes for mine closure

Water Policy ◽  
2017 ◽  
Vol 19 (5) ◽  
pp. 957-977
Author(s):  
Frank Anim ◽  
Emmanuel Nyankson ◽  
F. K. Nyame
Keyword(s):  
Water Quality ◽  
Mine Water ◽  
World Health ◽  
Mine Closure ◽  
Chemical Parameters ◽  
Physico Chemical ◽  
Water Quality Status ◽  
Mining Water ◽  
Health Organization ◽  
Quality Status

Research into water quality status of accumulated water in decommissioned pits is a grey area in Ghana and could be of significant benefit in the effectiveness of remediation of pits after mining. Water sampled from four decommissioned pits in Amansie West District were analysed for their water quality status. Seasonal variations of physico-chemical parameters for determining water quality were reported as well as their average values. In general, the ion concentrations varied from season to season but were within World Health Organization (WHO) maximum permissible limits (MPL) with the exception of boron. Similar observation was made for heavy metals/trace elements analysed, with the exception of As and Fe. Seasonal and average concentrations of As were higher than the WHO MPL. Similarly, the mid-season concentration of Fe recorded from a water sample collected from one pit was higher than WHO limits. Turbidity levels were significantly higher in two pits. The studies revealed that some parameters for water quality determination were above WHO acceptable limits for potable water, an indication that the effect of mining on water quality from water bodies investigated persisted after mine closure. Hence remediation programmes should be broadened to include effective reclamation of mine water accumulated in pits during mine closure.

Distribution and Habitat Status of Ganges River Dolphin (Platanista gangetica) in Mohana River Segment of Western Nepal

2019 ◽  
Vol 24 (2) ◽  
pp. 58-67
Author(s):  
Sunil Khatiwada ◽  
Mukesh K. Chalise ◽  
Shailendra Sharma
Keyword(s):  
Water Quality ◽  
Water Sampling ◽  
Ganges River ◽  
Population Status ◽  
Chemical Parameters ◽  
Point Count ◽  
River Dolphin ◽  
Total Phosphorous ◽  
Physico Chemical ◽  
High Turbidity

 An endangered species of Ganges River dolphin (Platanista gangetica) in Mohana River and its population status was reported employing synchronized point count. The physicochemical parameters of water were determined using pseudo-random water sampling along various segments of the river. Mean sighting rate during monsoon, 2018 and pre-monsoon, 2016 were one dolphin per 1.355 km and 1.65 km, respectively, with a clumped distribution. Physico-chemical parameters test showed that Mohana River was slightly alkaline with high turbidity and low vulnerability to an acid deposition with a high amount of total phosphorous, indicating a high eutrophication productivity range for both seasons. Water quality is not significantly different during the study period, and the aquatic parameter showed that agricultural activities along the river may have an influence on water quality.

scholarly journals IMPACT OF QUARRYING AND CRUSHING ON SOIL QUALITY: A CASE STUDY IN TUMKUR DISTRICT, KARNATAKA

2017 ◽  
Vol 5 (4RASM) ◽  
pp. 11-16
Author(s):  
Babitha Rani ◽  
Shadakshara Swamy ◽  
Bharath ◽  
Raghavendra Prasad Dinakar ◽  
Raghu
Keyword(s):  
Soil Quality ◽  
Chemical Parameters ◽  
Surrounding Area ◽  
Physico Chemical ◽  
Copper Manganese ◽  
Granite Powder ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Different Parts

A study was carried out on the impact of quarrying and crushing waste on the quality of soil in Tumkur District. The quarries located in different parts of Tumkur District produces quarry wastes (aggregates), blasted materials (fly rocks), chemicals (explosives used for blasting) and dust (granite powder) generated from activity are spread and settled in the surrounding area. The soil samples were collected both near and away from the quarry and crushing sites. The collected samples were analyzed for various physico-chemical parameters viz temperature, pH, EC, organic carbon, nitrogen, potassium, phosphorus, zinc, copper, manganese, iron and boron using standard methods. The results revealed the deterioration of soil quality near the quarrying and crushing sites and this can be attributed due to the accumulation of dust. The soil properties are less affected away from the quarry sites.

IMPACT OF TANNERIES ON GROUND WATER CONTAMINATION IN UNNAO DISTRICT

2016 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 110-114 ◽  
Author(s):  
Shradha Sinha ◽  
Neeraj Agarwal ◽  
Shailja Pandey ◽  
Vandana Grover
Keyword(s):  
Water Quality ◽  
Ground Water ◽  
Iron Concentration ◽  
Chemical Parameters ◽  
Ground Water Quality ◽  
High Concentration ◽  
Physico Chemical ◽  
Two Parameters ◽  
The Impact

Attempt is made to understand the impact of tanneries on ground water quality of Unnao. Study was undertaken to evaluate physico-chemical parameters and chromium, lead iron concentration in ground water near tannery industries. The results revealed that only two parameters fluoride and chromium are present in slight high concentration than permissible limit. Ground water quality % sample compliance / violation with respect to BIS standard were also studied.

scholarly journals Assessment of water quality index: a case study in Old Brahmaputra river of Mymensingh District in Bangladesh

2016 ◽  
Vol 27 (3) ◽  
pp. 355-361 ◽  
Author(s):  
Z Muyen ◽  
M Rashedujjaman ◽  
MS Rahman
Keyword(s):  
Water Quality ◽  
Water Quality Index ◽  
Quality Index ◽  
Oxygen Demand ◽  
Quality Parameters ◽  
Chemical Parameters ◽  
Brahmaputra River ◽  
Physico Chemical

This study was conducted to measure the water quality parameters of old Brahmaputra River in Mymensingh district near Bangladesh Agricultural University to determine the water quality index (WQI) of the River Brahmaputra. Water quality focuses on various aspects of the physico-chemical parameters by which the quality of the water body can easily be elucidated. Three different locations were selected within the study area. Water samples were collected in April 2015 from these three locations along the river and analyzed for these physico-chemical parameters: pH, Dissolve Oxygen (DO), Biological Oxygen Demand (BOD), Chemical Oxygen Demand (COD), Ammoniacal Nitrate (AN), Suspended Solids (SS). The values of these parameters were used to calculate the WQI based on the equation derived by the Department of Environment (DoE) Malaysia. The WQI was found to be 57.58, which falls in the class IV category and means that the water is “very polluted” and as of April 2015, this water is not suitable for public water supply, not suitable for recreational purpose, has limited potential for aquaculture but is suitable for irrigation.Progressive Agriculture 27 (3): 355-361, 2016

scholarly journals Ostracods as freshwater pollution indicators: a case study from the Ouseburn, a polluted urban catchment (Tyneside, NE England)

2007 ◽  
Vol 26 (2) ◽  
pp. 117-125 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ian Boomer ◽  
Frances Attwood
Keyword(s):  
Water Quality ◽  
Water Quality Assessment ◽  
Urban Catchment ◽  
Biological Water ◽  
Physico Chemical ◽  
The Impact ◽  
First Time ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Pollution Events

Abstract. The relationship between ostracod occurrence and water quality is investigated in the Ouseburn (Newcastle upon Tyne, NE England) in both a spatial and temporal context. For the first time, ostracod assemblages are used alongside traditional biological water quality indices. Physico-chemical parameters of the water are used in conjunction with standard macro-invertebrate-based biological indices (BMWP, ASPT) to assess general water quality. This is also the first detailed study of ostracod occurrence within a small urban catchment. Ostracod, macro-invertebrate and environmental samples were taken during the summer of 2001, with a small number of late autumn replicates taken to characterize the impact of known pollution events. The pollutants encountered in this study are primarily organic in nature and include sewage, agricultural sources (such as slurry) and de-icer runoff from the local airport. The head-water and tributaries are generally characterized by good water quality despite a number of pollution events recorded during the study. Ostracod diversity and abundance, although often low, support the evidence from the traditional methods of water quality assessment, both of which decrease downstream. An inverse relationship observed between ostracod abundance and macro-invertebrate indices suggests that relatively clean-water macro-invertebrate assemblages out-compete the ostracods or may be preying upon them.

scholarly journals Physico-chemical characteristics of the ground water table after monsoon: a case study at central Travancore in Kerala

2014 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 20-27
Author(s):  
Sankar S Vishnu ◽  
George Prince ◽  
Thomas Mohan
Keyword(s):  
Water Quality ◽  
Dynamic Balance ◽  
Oxygen Demand ◽  
Biological Oxygen Demand ◽  
Coliform Bacteria ◽  
Chemical Parameters ◽  
Physical Chemical ◽  
Physico Chemical

Water quality plays an important role in maintaining plant and animal life. Lack of good quality drinking water and water for sanitation cause health problems. Water quality characteristics arise from a group of physical, chemical and biological factors. The dynamic balance of the aquatic system can be destroyed by human activities resulting in water pollution.Well water has traditionally considered as a safe resource of water for consumption without treatment and extensively used for individual water supply in rural and many urban areas.In this paper a preliminary analysis is done to explore the water quality of selected wells in order to correlate the effect of pollution on water quality at these locations. Water samples are collected from different regions of Vazhappally area located on central travancore of Kerala. These sites are important because people depend only on well water for drinking purpose. The samples are collected from ten locations and analyzed for chemical parameters such as pH, conductivity, salinity, turbidity, acidity, alkainity, hardness, total phosphates, dissolved oxygen, biological oxygen demand, total dissolved solids and Iron content. Samples are also analysed for coliform bacteria which cause pathogenic diseases. Remarkable differences are observed mainly in biological oxygen demand, acidity and hardness. Finally, an attempt has been done to correlate the observed chemical parameters and the waterquality standards. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.3126/ije.v3i2.10501 International Journal of the Environment Vol.3(2) 2014: 20-27

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