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Abstract

DETERMINATION OF HEAVY METAL CONTAMINATION IN THE HASDEO RIVER: CHAMPA INDUSTRIAL AREA OF CHHATTISGARH

Vandana Rathore*, Rashmi Verma

Department of Chemistry, Dr.CV Raman University, Kota

ABSTRACT

The contamination of natural water bodies with heavy metals poses significant risks to human health and aquatic ecosystems. This study investigates the concentration of selected heavy metals, including copper (Cu), lead (Pb), iron (Fe), manganese (Mn), and zinc (Zn), in water samples collected from the Hasdeo River near the Champa Industrial Area in Chhattisgarh, India. Using Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy (AAS), water samples from upstream, midstream, and downstream locations were analyzed to evaluate industrial impact and spatial variations. Results revealed consistent Cu levels (0.016 PPM) across all sites, indicating minimal industrial influence. However, Pb concentrations progressively increased downstream, with levels ranging from 14.37 PPM to 17.27 PPM, suggesting cumulative contamination from industrial effluents. Fe and Mn exhibited significant spatial fluctuations, likely due to localized discharges, while Zn concentrations remained low, implying minimal contamination. These findings underscore the need for stricter industrial regulation and continuous monitoring to safeguard environmental and public health.

Keywords: Heavy metals, Hasdeo River, Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy, industrial pollution, lead contamination.


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