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The aim is to assess the quality of groundwater and surface water resources in Ekori, Nigeria.

Quality Assessment of Ground and Surface Water Resources in Ekori, Yakurr Local Government Area, Cross River State

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This evaluation reveals heavy metal and microbial risks in groundwater and surface water, suggesting treatment for safe consumption.

The aim is to assess the quality of groundwater and surface water resources in Ekori, Nigeria.
Collected 7 water samples from surface and groundwater in April 2018
Analyzed samples for physicochemical, bacteriological, and heavy metal parameters
Assessed pH, turbidity, total dissolved solids, hardness, and contaminants
Surface water exhibited a significantly low pH of 5.10 to 6.63
Heavy metals like iron and chromium exceeded WHO limits, posing health risks
High turbidity levels in surface water exceeded recommended limits

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