An Assessment Of Heavy Metal Concentration (Iron, Lead, Zinc, Cadmium, Copper) In Mazowe Dam, Mashonaland Central
- Author
- Loice James
- Title
- An Assessment Of Heavy Metal Concentration (Iron, Lead, Zinc, Cadmium, Copper) In Mazowe Dam, Mashonaland Central
- Abstract
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Mining and recreational is a major contributor to water pollution, which can lead to accumulation of heavy metals in aquatic systems. Illegal mining activities in the Mashonaland Central specifically in the Mazowe area, may potentially result in heavy metal pollution of water sources. A study was conducted to assess the concentration of heavy metals in aquatic system. Water samples were collected from Mazowe dam. Concentrations of Copper, Lead and Zinc, Cadmium and Iron in water samples were measured Atomic Absorption Spectrometer (AAS) No significant temporal difference in metal concentrations was found in copper and lead. Mazowe dam had significantly higher concentrations of Iron (9.866 mg/L) , Zinc (0.41660 mg/L) and Cadmium (0.0056mg/L) suggesting potential environmental pollution sources in the catchment area. The findings of this study provide important insights into the heavy metal pollution status in Mazowe dam. Further the research is recommended to identify pollution sources and implement appropriate remediation measures to protect the dam.
- Date
- OCTOBER 2024
- Publisher
- BUSE
- Keywords
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-Heavy Metal Concentration
-Mining
-Illegal mining activities
-Mashonaland Central
-Water Quality Assessment
-Mazowe area - Supervisor
- Mr. W. Mhlanga
- Item sets
- Department of Natural Resources
