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Assessment of Selected Physicochemical Parameters of Selected Rivers around Umudim Nnewi, Anambra State Nigeria and its Environs in 2024

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  • Obasi K. Ojo

    (Department of Environmental Health Science, College of Health Sciences and Technology, Nnewi Campus, Nnamadi Azikiwe University, Awka, Nigeria.)

  • Nwazunku A. Austine

    (Department of Environmental Health Science, College of Health Sciences and Technology, Nnewi Campus, Nnamadi Azikiwe University, Awka, Nigeria.)

  • Chukwu Catherine I.

    (Department of Environmental Health Science, College of Health Sciences and Technology, Nnewi Campus, Nnamadi Azikiwe University, Awka, Nigeria.)

  • Ede Alison O.

    (Department of Environmental Health Science, College of Health Sciences and Technology, Nnewi Campus, Nnamadi Azikiwe University, Awka, Nigeria.)

  • Okereke Eric. E.

    (Department of Environmental Health Science, College of Health Sciences and Technology, Nnewi Campus, Nnamadi Azikiwe University, Awka, Nigeria.)

  • Eze Peter M.

    (Department of Environmental Health Science, College of Health Sciences and Technology, Nnewi Campus, Nnamadi Azikiwe University, Awka, Nigeria.)

  • Anunonwu C. C. Okereke

    (Department of Environmental Health Science, College of Health Sciences and Technology, Nnewi Campus, Nnamadi Azikiwe University, Awka, Nigeria.)

  • Okonji N. L.

    (Department of Environmental Health Science, College of Health Sciences and Technology, Nnewi Campus, Nnamadi Azikiwe University, Awka, Nigeria.)

  • Eze E. Goodness

    (Department of Environmental Health Science, College of Health Sciences and Technology, Nnewi Campus, Nnamadi Azikiwe University, Awka, Nigeria.)

  • Okonkwo Celestine I.

    (Department of Environmental Health Science, College of Health Sciences and Technology, Nnewi Campus, Nnamadi Azikiwe University, Awka, Nigeria.)

  • Iwuoha Greg

    (Department of Public Health, Federal University of Technology, Owerri, Nigeria.)

Abstract

Background: Water pollution poses a significant threat to public health globally, with negligent disposal of industrial effluents and waste contributing to water quality degradation, particularly in metropolitan regions like Umudim Nnewi, Nigeria. Aim: To evaluate the physicochemical parameters (Total Dissolved Solids, pH, Temperature, and Electrical Conductivity) of rivers surrounding the industrial estate in Umudim Nnewi. Materials and Methods: This cross-sectional quantitative study employed convenience sampling, collecting water samples from five rivers. Measurements were taken using a Four Parameter water quality analyzer to determine Total Dissolved Solids, pH, Temperature, and Electrical Conductivity. Descriptive statistics summarized the data, and paired sample t-tests analyzed the results (α = 0.05). Results: Total Dissolved Solids ranged from 9.50-59.50 mg/L, pH from 4.10-5.65, Temperature from 27.45°C-28.70°C, and Electrical Conductivity from 51.67 µS/cm. Physicochemical parameters significantly deviated from World Health Organization standards (p

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  • Obasi K. Ojo & Nwazunku A. Austine & Chukwu Catherine I. & Ede Alison O. & Okereke Eric. E. & Eze Peter M. & Anunonwu C. C. Okereke & Okonji N. L. & Eze E. Goodness & Okonkwo Celestine I. & Iwuoha Gre, 2024. "Assessment of Selected Physicochemical Parameters of Selected Rivers around Umudim Nnewi, Anambra State Nigeria and its Environs in 2024," International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science (IJRISS), vol. 8(8), pages 4239-4243, August.
    • Handle: RePEc:bcp:journl:v:8:y:2024:i:8:p:4239-4243
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