Research Article | Published: 01 March 2005

Assessment of Chemical Characteristics of Natural Waters of Dudhawa National Park - Its Possible Utility in Wildlife Management

J. N. Singh

Indian Journal of Forestry | Volume: 28 | Issue: 1 | Page No. 1-4 | 2005
DOI: https://doi.org/10.54207/bsmps1000-2005-V1B4GA | Cite this article

Abstract

The results reveal that the water-chemistry of Nalas and Rivers is superior to that of the Tals on account of their cations, anions and other properties. The calcium ions dominate within anions and bicarbonates within anions in all the waters irrespective of their sources and locations. Calcium and magnesium ions show a close resemblance in their concentration but sodium ions exhibit an erratic variation. Seasons too play a vital role on chemical characteristics/composition of the waters. The paper concludes with some suggestions.

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Singh, J.N., 2005. Assessment of Chemical Characteristics of Natural Waters of Dudhawa National Park - Its Possible Utility in Wildlife Management. Indian Journal of Forestry, 28(1), pp.1-4. https://doi.org/10.54207/bsmps1000-2005-V1B4GA

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