reviewWaterJul 10, 2023GOLD OA

Human Health Risks due to Exposure to Water Pollution: A Review

PBPreethi BabujiSTSubramani ThirumalaisamyKDKarunanidhi DuraisamyPGP. Gopinathan

Anna University, Chennai · Hindustan Institute of Technology and Science · +3 more institutions

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Abstract

Water resources are crucial in developing any area as they serve as a major source of potable, agricultural, and industrial water. Water contamination, caused by natural and anthropogenic activities, poses a significant threat to public health globally. This review synthesizes data from various studies published in national and international journals, as well as reports from governmental and non-governmental organizations. Our primary objective is to understand and review previous research on water pollution, contamination types, and the effects of water contamination on public health. Water pollution studies generally involve a scientific understanding of the biological, chemical, and physical processes that…

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Keywords
  • Environmental science
  • Environmental planning
  • Pollution
  • Microplastics
  • Human health
  • Water pollution
  • Pollutant
  • Public health
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