Tracing uranium in Kangra: insights into groundwater contamination and impacts

The presence of uranium in groundwater has become a growing concern due to its potential health implications. This abstract focuses on the assessment of uranium concentrations in groundwater samples collected from the Kangra district. The study employed rigorous sampling and analysis techniques to e...

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Published in:Journal of radioanalytical and nuclear chemistry 2024-11, Vol.333 (11), p.5679-5686
Main Authors: Kumar, Arvind, Kapil, Chandan, Shikha, Deep, Panwar, Sanjay, Mehta, Vimal
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Chemistry
Chemistry and Materials Science
Contamination
Diagnostic Radiology
Fluorometers
Geological surveys
Groundwater
Groundwater pollution
Hadrons
Heavy Ions
Human influences
Inorganic Chemistry
Nuclear Chemistry
Nuclear Physics
Physical Chemistry
Uranium
Water resources
Water sampling
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Summary:The presence of uranium in groundwater has become a growing concern due to its potential health implications. This abstract focuses on the assessment of uranium concentrations in groundwater samples collected from the Kangra district. The study employed rigorous sampling and analysis techniques to evaluate the extent of uranium contamination and its distribution in the groundwater resources of the region. A comprehensive survey was conducted across various locations within the Kangra district, involving the collection of groundwater samples from different depths and geological formations. The collected samples were subjected to meticulous laboratory analysis, employing advanced spectroscopic method of LED fluorimeter to quantify uranium concentrations. The findings reveal varying levels of uranium in the groundwater samples, with concentrations ranging from minimal to elevated levels. The distribution of uranium was observed to be influenced by geological factors, hydrological characteristics, and anthropogenic activities. This research contributes to the understanding of little uranium contamination in the Kangra district's groundwater, serving as a valuable resource for policymakers, researchers, and stakeholders striving to ensure the safety and sustainability of the region's water resources.
ISSN:0236-5731
1588-2780
DOI:10.1007/s10967-024-09590-8