Groundwater is the world's largest and most reliable source of freshwater, with nearly 80% of global inhabitants relying on it as a source of drinking water It is an essential source for domestic, industrial and agricultural activities. However, it is threatened with pollution and pure water is not available everywhere. Even the storage and availability of fresh water are not always secured. Also, the majority of irrigation and drinking water resources do not always conform to the international quality standards. This probably signifies the presence of anthropogenic or geochemical contamination. There are many reports worldwide indicating the contamination of groundwater or that it becomes at risk of contamination Failure to minimize water contamination can result in severe adverse effects on human health, animal and agriculture. Most diseases in human beings are caused by polluted water.
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