Analytical Examination of the Nutritional Status of Drinking Water Resources: A First Case Application in Africa

Analytical Letters, Год журнала: 2024, Номер unknown, С. 1 - 17

Опубликована: Ноя. 12, 2024

Water quality assessment is crucial for public and ecosystem health, yet traditional approaches often overlook the nutritional aspects of drinking water. This study introduces Drinking Nutritional Quality Index (DWNQI) to Africa, presenting its first application in continent. The research evaluated status water resources semi-urban areas Southeast Nigeria, shifting from a contaminant-focused paradigm. samples were strategically collected various sources. Five key elements (Na+, Mg2+, Ca2+, Mn2+, Zn2+) that play roles both human health environmental processes considered. DWNQI model revealed concerning trend, with scores ranging 9.76 78.54 (average 32.02). analysis showed 73.33% fell within "Poor" category, 13.33% "Marginal," 6.67% "Fair," "Good" categories, no reaching excellent range, indicating low trend area. Sensitivity reveal Mg2+and Ca2+ exerted most influence on studied samples. Removal Mg2+ index resulted 23.77% decrease average score, while removal led 23.42% decrease. Key recommendations include implementing targeted mineral enrichment programs developing initiatives address potential deficiencies. contributes sustainability by providing new perspective quality, potentially informing management policies guiding interventions African settings beyond.

Язык: Английский

Characterization of microplastics in sediments and surface waters of Turkish lakes

Journal of Contaminant Hydrology, Год журнала: 2025, Номер 272, С. 104576 - 104576

Опубликована: Апрель 15, 2025

Язык: Английский