Combining Hydro-Geochemistry and Environmental Isotope Methods to Evaluate Groundwater Quality and Health Risk (Middle Nile Delta, Egypt) DOI Creative Commons
Atef M. Abu Khatita, Robert van Geldern, Abdullah O. Bamousa

et al.

Hydrology, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 12(4), P. 72 - 72

Published: March 27, 2025

This study aims to assess the vulnerability of groundwater in Nile Delta contamination and evaluate its suitability for drinking irrigation. A total 28 wells (ranging from 23 120 m depth) two surface water samples were analyzed dissolved solids (TDS), heavy metals, quality index (GWQI), hazard quotient (HQ). The findings reveal that deep (60–120 m) displays paleo-water characteristics, with low TDS, hardness, minimal metal contamination. In contrast, shallow (<60 is categorized into three groups: paleo-water-like, recent elevated TDS mixed water. Most (64%) are Ca-HCO3 type, while 28% Na-HCO3, 8% Na-Cl, latter associated sewage infiltration. deemed suitable irrigation, but varied significantly—4% classified as “excellent”, 64% “good”, 32% “poor”. HQ analysis identified manganese a significant health risk, 56% exceeding safe levels. These highlight varying Delta, emphasizing concerns regarding risks particularly manganese, need improved monitoring management.

Language: Английский

Combining Hydro-Geochemistry and Environmental Isotope Methods to Evaluate Groundwater Quality and Health Risk (Middle Nile Delta, Egypt) DOI Creative Commons
Atef M. Abu Khatita, Robert van Geldern, Abdullah O. Bamousa

et al.

Hydrology, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 12(4), P. 72 - 72

Published: March 27, 2025

This study aims to assess the vulnerability of groundwater in Nile Delta contamination and evaluate its suitability for drinking irrigation. A total 28 wells (ranging from 23 120 m depth) two surface water samples were analyzed dissolved solids (TDS), heavy metals, quality index (GWQI), hazard quotient (HQ). The findings reveal that deep (60–120 m) displays paleo-water characteristics, with low TDS, hardness, minimal metal contamination. In contrast, shallow (<60 is categorized into three groups: paleo-water-like, recent elevated TDS mixed water. Most (64%) are Ca-HCO3 type, while 28% Na-HCO3, 8% Na-Cl, latter associated sewage infiltration. deemed suitable irrigation, but varied significantly—4% classified as “excellent”, 64% “good”, 32% “poor”. HQ analysis identified manganese a significant health risk, 56% exceeding safe levels. These highlight varying Delta, emphasizing concerns regarding risks particularly manganese, need improved monitoring management.

Language: Английский

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