Arsenic contamination of groundwater is a form of groundwater pollution which is often due to naturally occurring high concentrations of arsenic in deeper levels of groundwater. It is a high-profile problem due to the use of deep tube wells for water supply in the Ganges Delta, causing serious arsenic poisoning to large numbers of people.

2019年3月1日 · Understanding the factors that affect concentrations of arsenic and other contaminants with geologic sources in groundwater can help water suppliers prioritize areas for new groundwater development and reduce treatment costs.

2021年5月1日 · Nearly 108 countries of the globe affected by arsenic contamination in groundwater. More than 230 million people, including 180 million from Asia are at risk. More than 90% of arsenic pollution is inferred to be geogenic. Prolonged consumption of arsenic-contaminated groundwater results in severe health issues.

2022年12月7日 · Arsenic is naturally present at high levels in the groundwater of several countries. Arsenic is highly toxic in its inorganic form. Contaminated water used for drinking, food preparation and irrigation of food crops poses the greatest threat to public health from arsenic.

2020年5月22日 · The output global map reveals the potential for hazard from arsenic contamination in groundwater, even in many places where there are sparse or no reported measurements. The highest-risk regions include areas of …

Arsenic poisoning culminates into potentially fatal diseases like skin and internal cancers. This paper reviews sources, speciation, and mobility of As and global overview of groundwater As contamination. The paper also critically reviews the As led human health risks, its uptake, metabolism, and toxicity mechanisms.

Chemical pollution of groundwater poses a serious threat to public health (Figure S1). The pollution can either be due to industrial discharges and other anthropogenic activities or it can occur naturally. Arsenic is known as the “king of poison” or “hidden killer” [1].