Comparative Analysis of Water Quality in Major Rivers of Türkiye Using Hydrochemical and Pollution Indices
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Tarih
2024
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info:eu-repo/semantics/openAccess
Özet
This study provides a comprehensive analysis of the water quality in five major rivers in T & uuml;rkiye: Sakarya, Ye & scedil;il & imath;rmak, K & imath;z & imath;l & imath;rmak, Seyhan Rivers, and Ni & gbreve;de Creek. Utilizing hydrochemical diagrams and the River Pollution Index (RPI), we assess the temporal and spatial variations in water quality over the past three decades. The hydrochemical characteristics reveal a dominant calcium-bicarbonate (Ca-HCO3) type water, indicating strong geological control primarily influenced by carbonate weathering. Seasonal variations and anthropogenic influences, particularly agricultural runoff and industrial discharge, contribute to significant changes in ion concentrations, especially in the K & imath;z & imath;l & imath;rmak and Ye & scedil;il & imath;rmak Rivers. The RPI results classify these rivers as 'Severely polluted' to 'Moderately polluted', driven by high levels of suspended solids and biochemical oxygen demand. This study underscores the urgent need for tailored pollution control measures and sustainable water management practices in order to mitigate the impacts of anthropogenic activities and protect the ecological health of these vital water resources. The findings provide a robust framework for future research and policymaking to enhance water quality monitoring and management strategies in the region.
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Anahtar Kelimeler
water quality, River Pollution Index, hydrochemical analysis, anthropogenic impact, water management, seasonal variation, pollution control
Kaynak
Water
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Q1
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16
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18
