Citation |
Jasechko, Glenn; 2016; (M.Sc., in progress) Working to determine the lithological controls on arsenic contamination within sedimentary aquifers. Simon Fraser University, Dept of Earth Sciences, Groundwater Resources Research Group. |
Organization |
SFU |
URL |
http://www.sfu.ca/grrg/ResearchProjects2.html |
Abstract/Description or Keywords |
To determine the lithological controls on arsenic contamination within sedimentary aquifers. Using the Nanaimo Group of the Gulf Islands as a case study, Jasechko is completing geochemical analyses of both groundwater and whole-rock samples. Sequential-extraction procedures are being used to determine the host mineral phase for arsenic within various lithologies, while batch experiments will assist in determining the geochemical conditions which lead to arsenic release. From these results this research aims to increase our understanding of the processes which lead to dangerous levels of arsenic contamination in some wells. |
Information Type |
Thesis |
Regional Watershed |
Southern Gulf Islands |
Sub-watershed if known |
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Aquifer # |
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Comments |
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Project status |
in progress |
Contact Name |
Dr. Dirk Kirste |
Contact Email |
[email protected] |