Physiochemical Parameters Of Borehole Water In Umuahia Nigeria:- Okeafor, Precious O.

ABSTRACT

 This study was aimed at detennining water quality parameter in borehole water in Umuahia in other to access the quality of the borehole. Water samples were collected in different location. Parameter for quality check include, PH, temperature, electrical conductivity biochemical oxygen demand. Dissolved oxygen, chloride, sulphate biochemical oxygen demand acidity hardness, alkalinity were determining using their respective standard method of analysis. Parameters detennined gave result which fell within the World Health Organization (WHO) and Federal environmental protection agency. Limit for portable water except for electrical conductivity and temperature which gave elevated values as again their corresponding WHO the overall result from this study showed that water sample borehole studied where find to be safe for drinking and other domestic activities considering the parameters which fell within the allowable limits. However proactive measure must be taken to check the levels of electrical conductivity and temperature to avert severe contamination and protect our precious borehole water resources. It is therefore recommended that the borehole water from this location should be subjected to treatment processes to reduce electrical conductivity and temperature levels before exposure to public use.