The sustainability of groundwater usage faces quality problem caused by anthropogenic
activity as well as geogenic contamination. With varied climate zones, geomorphology and …

Nitrate concentration in most aquifers in arid and semi-arid areas has increased in the past
several decades as a result of human activities. Under the predominantly oxic conditions of …

Groundwater of alluvial fan plains is the foremost water source, especially in arid/semiarid
regions. Its contaminants are big issues for water supply and public health concern. To …

Groundwater from the coastal alluvial plain is the primary water source in coastal areas. Its
contaminants, such as nitrate and fluoride, are significant concerns for freshwater supply …

Abstract Nitrate (NO 3−) in drinking water poses serious health risks worldwide. Exposure to
ionic sources of NO 3− pollution in groundwater and health risks to children and adults …

Consumption of high NO 3 containing water may pose serious health hazard especially in
children (< 5 years). The source of NO 3 in groundwater includes surface leaching from …

Abstract Fluoride (F−) and nitrate (NO 3−) in groundwater have caused serious health
problems worldwide. However, in the Chinese Loess Plateau where groundwater is the …

Researchers have long been committed to identify nitrate sources in groundwater and to
develop an advanced technique for its remediation because better apply remediation …

Abstract Nitrate (NO 3−) contamination in groundwater is an environmental problem
worldwide. Partitioning the pollution into its sources is the key for effective controls. In this …

Small-scale water sources serving villages and towns are the main source of drinking water
in rural areas. Compared to centralized water sources, rural water sources are less …