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Chromium contents and some physicochemical parameters of groundwater in Odo-ona area of Ibadan, Nigeria

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Author Affiliations

  • 1Department of Science Laboratory Technology, Federal College of Animal Health and Production Technology, Moor Plantation, P.M.B. 5029, Ibadan, Nigeria
  • 2Department of Science Laboratory Technology, Federal College of Animal Health and Production Technology, Moor Plantation, P.M.B. 5029, Ibadan, Nigeria
  • 3Department of Science Laboratory Technology, Federal College of Animal Health and Production Technology, Moor Plantation, P.M.B. 5029, Ibadan, Nigeria
  • 4Department of Science Laboratory Technology, Federal College of Animal Health and Production Technology, Moor Plantation, P.M.B. 5029, Ibadan, Nigeria
  • 5Department of Science Laboratory Technology, Federal College of Animal Health and Production Technology, Moor Plantation, P.M.B. 5029, Ibadan, Nigeria

Int. Res. J. Environment Sci., Volume 11, Issue (2), Pages 8-12, April,22 (2022)

Abstract

The assessment of groundwater quality is important to ascertain the level of contaminants, which have adverse effect on human health. The groundwater of Odo-ona area, Ibadan, Nigeria were studied for chromium (Cr) contents and other physico-chemical parameters. Cr contents were analysed using atomic absorption spectrophotometry technique while other physico-chemical parameters were determined using standard methods. The water samples were collected and analysed for Cr, pH, temperature, electrical conductivity, total dissolved solids (TDS), total alkalinity, sulphate, nitrate, phosphate and chloride. The results obtained were compared with the WHO guidelines or standards for drinking water. It was revealed that most of the parameters fall within the permissible limits of WHO except the Cr level, alkalinity and TDS, which were exceptionally higher than the acceptable range by WHO. This result renders the water not completely suitable for drinking to avoid health issues. It is thereby suggested that the groundwater in the study area be properly treated by appropriate technique before the water is used for domestic purposes. Also, regular monitoring of the groundwater quality in the study area is recommended so as to be aware of the level of contaminants and ensure precautionary measure. Further research should be conducted in the study area for other toxic metals and water quality parameters as well as the determination of the sources of groundwater contamination in the area.

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