Environmental Impact of Contaminants in Aquatic Systems

This book provides a comprehensive and interdisciplinary overview of aquatic contaminants, emphasizing the environmental behavior, toxicological effects, and remediation strategies for heavy metals and related pollutants. It explores key topics such as contaminant sources and pathways, environmental chemistry, and pollutant dynamics within aquatic systems. The book also delves into the classification of contaminants, including organic compounds, emerging pollutants like microplastics and PFAS, and nutrient-based eutrophication, and examines their interactions in complex aquatic environments. Drawing on both theoretical frameworks and practical case studies, this volume highlights cutting-edge monitoring tools and analytical techniques such as Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy (AAS), Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry(ICP-MS), and Remote Sensing (RS) with Geographic Information Systems (GIS). These tools aid in the accurate assessment of contamination levels and help track pollutant dispersion in real time. A dedicated section focuses on the toxicological effects of contaminants on aquatic organisms and human populations,detailing both acute and chronic impacts, sub-lethal responses,and species- specific vulnerabilities.The book also presents diverse remediation approaches, ranging from physical and chemical methods to eco-friendly biological techniques like bioremediation and phytoremediation, complemented by discussions on water quality regulations, policy frameworks, and sustainable management practices. Designed for researchers, environmental scientists, educators, policymakers, and students, this book serves as a vital resource for understanding the multifaceted challenges of aquatic pollution. It promotes informed decision-making, community participation, and technological innovation toward healthier aquatic ecosystems and safer water resources. Inhaltsverzeichnis Part 1: Sources, Pathways & Environmental Dynamics.- Chapter 1: Integrated Assessment of Groundwater Contaminants For Sustainable Water Management In The Ithikkara River Basin.- Chapter 2: Climate Change Impact On Water Quality: Insights From The Tons And Asan River, Doon Valley, Nw Himalaya, Uttarakhand.- Chapter 3: Classification, Sources, and Global Distribution of Aquatic Contaminants.- Chapter 4: Environmental Impact Assessment of Bhima River Water Flowing Through Khed Taluka of Pune District.- Chapter 5: Unravelling Ecosystem Imbalance In The Ashtamudi Ramsar Wetland Through Sediment Quality Studies For Sustainable Management.- Chapter 6: Diversity And Nutrient Dynamics In Freshwater Reservoirs: Ecology, Water Quality, And Sustainable Management.- Part 2: Ecotoxicology, Human Toxicity & Risk Assessment.- Chapter 7: The Cultivation of Freshwater Microalgae In High-Efficiency Photo-Bioreactor (Pbr) For Biodiesel Production With Advanced Fermentation Technology.- Chapter 8: Cadmium And Lead In Hair And Lip Products Sold In India: A Potential Threat For Women.- Chapter 9: Aquatic Contaminants and Human Health: Bridging Toxicological Mechanisms and Epidemiological Evidence.- Chapter 10: Study of Heavy Metal Bioaccumulation In Freshwater Fish From Chandegaon Village, District Ahmednagar, Maharashtra.- Chapter 11: Genotoxicity, Endocrine Disruption And Molecular-Level Alterations By Contaminants In Aquatic Systems.- Part 3: Monitoring, Analytical Chemistry & Geospatial Approaches.- Chapter 12: Ground Water Quality Analysis, Mapping And Treatment By Using Powdered Activated Charcoal Prepared From Selected Tree Species.- Chapter 13: Integrating Remote Sensing And Gis For Groundwater Recharge Zone And Vulnerability Assessment: A Case Study of Nashik District.- Chapter 14: Indexing of Water Quality For Various Desired Uses And Pco2 Variation In The River Water of Kechery Puzhakkal Basin, Southern Western Ghats, India.- Chapter 15: Remote Sensing and GIS-Based Monitoring of Aquatic Pollution.- Chapter 16: Geochemical Characterization And Pollution Assessment of Sediments In Moti Lake, Jalna, Maharashtra.- Chapter 17: Advanced Analytical Methods For Detecting Aquatic Contaminants.- Part 4: Remediation Engineering, Bioremediation; Nature-Based.- Chapter 18: Evaluation of Natural And Modified Plant-Based Adsorbents For Dye Removal From Aqueous Solutions.- Chapter 19: Collection, Modification, Characterization And Application of Mesolite-Type Natural Zeolite In Heavy Metal Ion Remediation For Sustainable Water Treatment.- Chapter 20: Recent Advances In Low Cost Nanotechnology Based Adsorbents and Hybrid Membrane Processes For Municipal Water Treatment: A Case Study.- Chapter 21: Microbial Biodegradation and Engineered Organisms.- Chapter 22: Nanotechnology, Membrane Filtration and Adsorption Approaches For Water Purification.- Chapter 23: Enhancing Cadmium Removal From Contaminated Water Through Nutrient Film Technology Within A Constructed Wetland System.- Part 5: Policy, Governance & Future Outlook.- Chapter 24: Water Quality Standard and Environmental Regulations.- Chapter 25: A Data Mining Approach For Predicting Groundwater Quality Towards Sustainable Water Management.- Chapter 26: Spatial Patterns of Multidimensional Deprivation: A Composite Index Approach To Water, Sanitation, And Governance In Rural Maharashtra. Autorenportrait Dr. Pranaya Diwate is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Geology, School of Basic and Applied Sciences, MGM University, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Maharashtra, India. He obtained his Ph.D. in Geology from the Wadia Institute of Himalayan Geology, Dehradun. He is also a Gold Medalist in M.Sc. Geology. He has 12 years of research experience and 7 years of teaching experience. Dr. Diwate's research interests encompass environmental geology, hydrogeology, palaeoclimatology, limnology, climate change, remote sensing and GIS, geospatial modelling, urban flood assessment, groundwater studies, and sustainable water resources management. He has published more than 45 scholarly contributions, including research articles in high-impact international journals, book chapters, edited books, and academic books. Dr. Diwate has successfully completed research projects funded by the Science and Engineering Research Board (SERB), Government of India, and MGM University, focusing on heavy metal pollution assessment, urban flood vulnerability, and urban heat island studies. He has organized numerous international conferences, workshops, faculty development programmes, and training programmes in geosciences and geospatial technologies. He has delivered invited lectures at national and international academic events on climate change, remote sensing, GIS, water resources, and environmental sustainability. His research aims to develop innovative and interdisciplinary geospatial solutions for sustainable environmental management, climate resilience, groundwater assessment, and ecosystem conservation, contributing to the advancement of Earth and environmental sciences.Dr. Vinayak P. Dhulap is a Professor, Environmental Scientist, Researcher, and Academic Administrator with over 17 years of experience in teaching, research, environmental consultancy, and higher education leadership. He currently serves as the Director, School of Earth Sciences, Head, Department of Environmental Science, and Head, Department of Geoinformatics at Punyashlok Ahilyadevi Holkar Solapur University, Solapur, Maharashtra, India.Dr. Dhulap holds a Ph.D. in Environmental Science and has qualified both the UGC-NET and UGC-SET examinations in Environmental Science. His research focuses on environmental pollution monitoring and control, environmental health, climate change, wastewater treatment, bioremediation, microplastic pollution, biochar, sustainable development, and geospatial technologies (Remote Sensing, GIS, and AI applications) for environmental management. He has published more than 60 research papers in reputed national and international journals, presented over 50 scientific papers at conferences, authored seven books, delivered more than 60 invited lectures, and holds eight design and utility/process patents. He has successfully guided over 100 postgraduate research dissertations and supervised 04 doctoral research scholars.Dr. Dhulap has secured research funding from agencies including the UGC, Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC), RUSA, and the Government of Maharashtra. He also serves as an environmental expert on several government and university committees and has received numerous recognitions for his contributions to environmental science, innovation, and sustainable development. His research and academic contributions have earned him national and international recognition, including inclusion in the AD Scientific Index.