The goal of this study was to determine the presence and amounts of heavy metals in spring waters and whether they were safe to drink. There were eight (8) heavy metals recorded (Mn, Cu, Pb, Fe, Zn, Cd, Cr, and Ni). Manganese, chromium, lead, iron, and cadmium levels were found to be beyond permitted levels, which might be attributable to a geogenic source aggravated by seasonal and human factors. The concentrations of some of these metals were significant, posing a major health danger to spring water consumers. As a result, while spring waters are not acceptable for drinking, they can be used for other household purposes.
Author(s) DetailsAnyanwu, Emeka Donald
Department of Zoology and Environmental Biology, Michael Okpara University of Agriculture,Umudike, Nigeria.
Adetunji, Onyinyechi Gladys
Department of Zoology and Environmental Biology, Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, Nigeria.
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