Journal of Geological Society of India (Online archive from Vol 1 to Vol 78)

P. Madhusudhana Reddy ¹, N. Subba Rao ¹, B. Rajagopala Reddy ¹

Affiliations
1 Department of Geology, Andhra University, Visakhapatnam-530 003, IN

Abstract

High concentrations of lead and cadmium are reported for the first time in the groundwaters of Visakhapatnam area, attributable to increased human activities and lack of environmental protection. It suggests an urgent need for remedial measures to overcome future health hazards in this area.

Keywords

Lead, Cadmium, Groundwaters, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh.

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