IMPACT OF GROUNDWATER QUALITY ON PUBLIC HEALTH AND ECOSYSTEMS

Abstract

Although groundwater is an essential resource for industry, agriculture, and drinking water, human activity and environmental changes are progressively lowering its quality. This study looks at how ecosystems and public health are affected by groundwater quality. Human health is at serious risk from poor water quality, which is brought on by pollutants like heavy metals, pesticides, and pathogens. These health risks include neurological disorders, developmental issues, and gastrointestinal diseases. Contaminated groundwater can damage biodiversity and soil fertility in ecosystems by upsetting the delicate balance of aquatic habitats. The study examines the different causes of groundwater contamination, such as agricultural runoff, industrial waste, and insufficient waste disposal systems, and assesses the long-term effects on the environment and human populations. The study offers insights into the ways that low groundwater quality impacts ecosystems and human health by examining case studies and current research. It also emphasizes how crucial regulatory frameworks and monitoring are to preserving groundwater quality and guaranteeing the sustainability of this vital resource.