A number of factors like geology, soil, effluents, sewage disposal and other environmental conditions in which the water stays or moves and interacts are among the factors that affect the quality of water. The sample of water was collected from six towns of Guduru district.
The objective of this study was to assess the physical quality of drinking water and suitability for drinking purpose. The physical water quality parameters examined by laboratory using standard procedure were temperature, pH, electrical conductivity (EC), turbidity, total dissolved solids (TDS), total suspended solids (TSS) and total solids (TS). ANOVA and mean
comparison were made to compare the difference between physically quality of tap water sample and well water. The study show that the mean values of tap water of temperature, pH, EC, Turbidity TDS, TSS, and TS ranged from 24.41 to 27.68°C, 7.35 to 7.52, 231.33 to 407.5 µS/cm, 1.5 NTU to 3.13 NTU, 154.77 to 273.02 mg/l, 56.33 to 223.78 mg/l, 211.12 to 496.83 mg/l, respectively and the mean values well water of temperature, pH, EC, Turbidity TDS, TSS, and TS ranged from 24.15 to 25.01°C, 7.35 to 7.55, 59 to 761.66µS/cm,1.01 NTU to 4.26 NTU, 39.5 to 510.32 mg/l, 5.92 to 321.7 mg/l, 45.45 to 832.11 mg/l, respectively.
From the result of physical parameter studied the temperature and turbidity of both tap water and well water fells the standards of drinking water which indicates not suitable for direct consumption. The electrical conductivity and total dissolved solid of Ayele well water results were above the recommended value of standards. This implies that water from most wells in
the study area is not in any way safe nor suitable for direct consumption. The increasing in TDS in Ayele well water might be due to increased amounts of inorganic and organic detritus from the surrounding environment in which the well exist. The highest value of TS at Ayele well water was due to high value of TDS and TSS in the town. Further study is initiated for
the sources of difference of physical parameters of tap and well water with in locations and along locations
Table of Contents
1. INTRODUCTION
1.1. Background
1.2. Statement of the Problem
1.3. Objective
1.4. Significance of the study
2. LITERATUREREVIEW
2.1. Ground Water
2.2. Water Quality
2.3. Physical Parameters of Water Quality
2.3.1. Water temperature
2.3.2. Turbidity
2.3.3. Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) and Total Suspended Solids (TSS)
2.2.4. Electrical Conductivity (EC)
2.3.5. PH
3. MATERIALS AND METHODS
3.1. Description of the Study Area
3.2. Site Selection, Data Collection and Sampling Techniques
3.3. Water Sample Analysis
3.4. Statistical Data Analysis
4. RESULTS AND DISCUSSION
5. SUMMARY AND CONCULUSSION
5.1. Summary
5.2. Conclusions
5.3. Recommendations
6. REFERENCES
7. APPENDICES
Appendix-A
Appendix-B
Appendix-C
Research Objectives and Focus Areas
This study aims to assess the physical water quality parameters of drinking water in the Guduru district of Western Ethiopia to determine its suitability for human consumption according to WHO standards.
- Analysis of core physical parameters including temperature, pH, turbidity, electrical conductivity, and dissolved solids.
- Comparative study of water quality between tap water and groundwater sources across six towns in the district.
- Evaluation of contamination risks based on environmental and infrastructure factors.
- Statistical validation of physical quality differences using ANOVA techniques.
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1.1. Background
Water is one of the essential necessities of life. Next to oxygen, water is the most important substance for human existence (Melese, 1998). Without it, no living thing can survive in this world. Freshwater, rivers, lakes and groundwater are used to irrigate crops, to provide drinking water, and for sanitation purpose (Economopoulos, 1993). Frequently rivers act as conduits for pollutants by collecting and carrying wastewater from catchments and ultimately, discharging it into storm water(rain water and melted snow that runoff lawns, streets and other land surfaces), which can also be rich in nutrients, organic matter and pollutants, finds its way into rivers, lakes and other water bodies.
Water quality is the measure of how good the water is in terms of supporting beneficial uses or meeting its environmental standards. Potable water is the water which is suitable for drinking and cooking purposes. Portability considers both the safety of water in terms of health, and its acceptability to the consumer, usually in terms of taste, odor, color, and other sensible qualities (Benignos, 2012).
Summary of Chapters
1. INTRODUCTION: Outlines the fundamental importance of water and presents the problem statement regarding water quality monitoring in the Guduru district.
2. LITERATUREREVIEW: Discusses the theoretical background of groundwater, general water quality standards, and the significance of physical parameters.
3. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Describes the study area, sampling techniques, and the specific laboratory procedures used for water analysis.
4. RESULTS AND DISCUSSION: Provides a comprehensive data analysis of physical parameters, including statistical comparisons between tap and well water sources.
5. SUMMARY AND CONCULUSSION: Synthesizes the research findings, concludes on the suitability of the water sources, and suggests practical recommendations.
Key Words
Drinking water quality, Electrical Conductivity, Total Dissolved Solids, Total Suspended Solids, Turbidity, ANOVA, Groundwater, Tap water, Physical parameters, Environmental physics, Water pollution, Sanitation, Guduru district, Water safety, Public health.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary focus of this research?
The research focuses on the assessment of physical water quality parameters of drinking water (both tap and groundwater) within the Guduru district in Western Ethiopia.
What are the central thematic fields covered?
The study covers environmental physics, water resource management, public health, and water quality analysis techniques.
What is the primary research objective?
The primary objective is to evaluate the physical quality of drinking water sources and compare them against international safety standards set by the WHO.
Which scientific methods are applied in this work?
The study uses standard laboratory procedures to measure parameters like pH, turbidity, and solids, followed by a statistical analysis using one-way ANOVA to identify significant differences.
What is discussed in the main body of the work?
The main body details the methodology, provides a data-heavy analysis of water samples from six specific towns, and evaluates the performance of different water delivery systems.
Which keywords best characterize the study?
Key terms include Drinking water quality, Electrical Conductivity, Total Dissolved Solids, Turbidity, and Groundwater.
Does the water quality in Guduru meet international standards?
The findings indicate that several water sources in the study area, particularly well water in certain locations like Ayele, exceed recommended safety limits, making them unsuitable for direct consumption.
How does geography influence the results in this study?
The study finds that water quality is highly location-dependent, influenced by local soil types, land use, and potential wastewater discharge into water sources.
- Quote paper
- Workina Geleta (Author), 2015, Assessment of Physical Quality of Drinking Water at Guduru District, Western Ethiopia, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/1031518
