Spatial geostatistical analysis of four major ions and arsenic in the Calera Aquifer, Zacatecas

Authors

  • Hugo E. Júnez-Ferreira Universidad Autónoma de Zacatecas
  • Carlos F. Bautista-Capetillo Universidad Autónoma de Zacatecas
  • Julián González-Trinidad Universidad Autónoma de Zacatecas

Keywords:

geostatistics, semivariogram, major ions, arsenic, water quality, aquifer, Calera, Zacatecas

Abstract

Knowing the spatial distribution and temporal evolution of the quantity and quality of groundwater is essential to aquifer management. This paper presents the results of a geostatistical spatial analysis carried out with four major ions (calcium, chloride, sodium and sulfate) and arsenic (chosen for its highly toxic effect), which are considered indicators of water quality in the Calera aquifer in Zacatecas, Mexico. The spatial configurations obtained
complement the existing conceptual model of the functioning of water in the aquifer. It was observed that, in general, groundwater in the area is of good quality according to the values established by the NOM-127-SSA1-1994.

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Published

2013-02-27

How to Cite

Júnez-Ferreira, H. E., Bautista-Capetillo, C. F., & González-Trinidad, J. (2013). Spatial geostatistical analysis of four major ions and arsenic in the Calera Aquifer, Zacatecas. Tecnología Y Ciencias Del Agua, 4(1), 179–185. Retrieved from https://www.revistatyca.org.mx/index.php/tyca/article/view/345

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Vol. 4 No. 1 (2013)

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