Physico-Chemical Analysis of Chambal River water at two different sites of Rajasthan, India

Authors

  • Laxmi Kant Sharma Department of chemistry, Govt. Adarsh Girls College Sheopur- 476337 (M.P.), India

Keywords:

Chambal river water, heavy metals, physico-chemical parameters, National Chambal Sanctuary

Abstract

The physico-chemical properties of the Chambal River in the National Chambal Sanctuary have been investigated. In recent years, the deterioration of water quality has gradually made Chambal River water unsuitable for various beneficial uses. Maintaining and restoring the health of the river in terms of its ecological sustainability is today the logical necessity. The present study addresses physico-chemical parameters of the Chambal River in the national protected area of Rajasthan in the Indian district of Pali and Dholpur. The study aims to evaluate the various physicochemical properties and seasonal effects on water quality parameters such as pH, hardness, BOD, COD, oxygen, calcium, magnesium, sodium, potassium, chloride, fluoride, sulfate, phosphate etc. some heavy metals and trace metals in the protected area. The analyzed water quality data shows that the Chambal river water is free from pollution at two sites, except that the lead content, i.e. 0.045 mg/L is exceeded. The river Chambal can serve as a good habitat for many aquatic flora and fauna.

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2020-12-29

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