Journal of Geology & Geophysics
Open Access
ISSN: 2381-8719
ISSN: 2381-8719
Department of Geology, University of Buea, Buea, Cameroon
Research Article
Hydrogeochemical Characterization of Groundwater Quality, East of Mount Cameroon and West of the Penda Mboko River, Suitability for Drinking and Irrigation Use
Author(s): Ngai N Jude*, Engome Regina Wotany, Christopher Agyingi, Franck Eitel Kemgang Ghomsi, Maffo Kankeu Gisele Aurore, Menti Agbor Nelson and Armel Zacharie Ekoa Bessa
Source water physicochemical properties and impacts on water quality were evaluated in volcanic and sedimentary
aquifer systems in the study area for management and sustainable development. From hand-dug wells, boreholes,
rivers, and springs, fifty (50) samples were taken. The major ions were examined, and physicochemical parameters
were measured in-situ. The samples' Electrical Conductivity (EC), Total Hardness (TH), Total Dissolved Solids
(TDS), and pH all fell within the WHO-permitted range. Twenty-nine (58%) samples were classified as excellent
water quality (rank I) according to the Drinking Water Quality Index (DWQI). At the same time, 13 (26%) samples
had drinking water of good quality (rank II). In the research area, the distribution of groundwater physicochemical
indicators and Drinking Water Quality Index (DQIQ) was shown. The Ca-Cl type is the .. View More»
DOI:
10.35248/2381-8719.23.12.1093