Environmental Science
6 years ago

Fluoride and Nitrate Contamination in South India Poses Health Risks

Human and Ecological Risk Assessment An International Journal
Potential health risk assessment for fluoride and nitrate contamination in hard rock aquifers of Shanmuganadhi River basin, South India
D. Karunanidhi, P. Aravinthasamy, T. Subramani, Jianhua Wu, K. Srinivasamoorthy

Paper Summary

Groundwater in Shanmuganadhi River basin, South India, was studied for fluoride and nitrate levels. Results show that some samples have high levels of these chemicals, which can be harmful to health. Children are at higher risk than men.

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