Determination of Water Quality Parameters and Heavy Metal Content in Surface Water of Çiğdem Pond (Kastamonu/Turkey)

Authors

  • Aslı Kurnaz Departments of Physics, Faculty of Science and Letters, Kastamonu University, 37150 Kastamonu
  • Ekrem Mutlu Departments of Aquaculture, Faculty of Fisheries, Kastamonu University, 37150 Kastamonu
  • Arzu Aydın Uncumusaoğlu Departments of Environmental Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Giresun University, 28200 Giresun

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.24925/turjaf.v4i10.907-913.942

Keywords:

Water Quality, Heavy Metal, Seasonal Variation, Surface Water, Çiğdem Pond

Abstract

The main aims of this study were to observe the seasonal variations of physicochemical parameters and heavy metal content, to determine the water quality properties and the suitability level in terms of aquatic life, and also to classify the quality of water in accordance with the Surface Water Quality Management Regulation (SWQMR) criteria at Çiğdem Pond (Kastamonu/Turkey). In total, 21 physicochemical parameters and 7 heavy metals were investigated for water quality assessment of the studied pond between July 2015 and June 2016 in 3 stations. The water quality in Çiğdem Pond was found to be Class I according to SWQMR. The results of this study provide a data baseline for future studies on subsequent evaluations of possible future environmental contamination. Also, to protect the water quality and to ensure the health of aquatic life in this area, it is required to make regular observations.

Author Biography

Aslı Kurnaz, Departments of Physics, Faculty of Science and Letters, Kastamonu University, 37150 Kastamonu

Fizik Bölümü , Yrd. Doç. Dr.

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Published

07.10.2016

How to Cite

Kurnaz, A., Mutlu, E., & Aydın Uncumusaoğlu, A. (2016). Determination of Water Quality Parameters and Heavy Metal Content in Surface Water of Çiğdem Pond (Kastamonu/Turkey). Turkish Journal of Agriculture - Food Science and Technology, 4(10), 907–913. https://doi.org/10.24925/turjaf.v4i10.907-913.942

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Agriculture and Environment