Quality Characteristics of Groundwater Within Hostels in Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka.

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@article{1706380,
      author = {Abuchi Okeke, Ogbuagu, Josephat Okechukwu, Ogbuagu Adaora Stellamaris, Anyanwu Amarachi Prisca, Anyanwu Chidera Favour},
      title = {Quality Characteristics of Groundwater Within Hostels in Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka.},
      journal = {Iconic Research And Engineering Journals},
      year = {2024},
      volume = {8},
      number = {4},
      pages = {552-559},
      issn = {2456-8880},
      url = {https://www.irejournals.com/formatedpaper/1706380.pdf},
      abstract = {Accessibility to quality water is essential for healthy living. This study aims to assess the quality of groundwater from hostels within Nnamdi Azikiwe University. Ten samples were randomly collected from various locations. The physicochemical analysis included pH, electrical conductivity, total dissolved solids (TDS), and total hardness. Heavy metals analyzed were lead, cadmium, arsenic, mercury, and aluminum. Results showed that pH ranged from 6.84 to 7.70, indicating slight acidity and alkalinity. Electrical conductivity ranged from 17.80 to 30.2 ?S/cm, while TDS ranged from 49 to 702 mg/L, and total hardness ranged from 48 to 222 mg/L. Concentrations of lead, cadmium, arsenic, mercury, and aluminum ranged from 0.0000 to 0.5463 ppm, 0.003 to 0.029 ppm, 0.013 to 0.028 ppm, 0.007 to 0.079 ppm, and 0.001 to 0.019 ppm, respectively. While most physicochemical parameters met WHO and NSDWQ limits, lead exceeded the acceptable standard of 0.01 ppm, and arsenic and mercury were above 0.01 ppm and 0.0020 ppm, respectively. Cadmium and aluminum concentrations were below their respective acceptable limits. Risk assessment indicated that the water is generally fit for consumption based on Hazard Indices and Incremental Life Cancer Risk estimates. Therefore, simple treatment methods such as boiling, regular disinfection, and proper sewage disposal are recommended. Further investigation into the quality of borehole water in UNIZIK student hostels is essential for effective monitoring.},
      keywords = {Groundwater, Physicochemical, Assessment, Hazard Indices},
      month = {October},
  }