This book demonstrates, through concrete examples, the potential of isotope techniques in the development and management of water resources. It commences with a description of the characteristics of isotopes and their utility as tracers in studies pertaining to various stages of the hydrological cycle.

The book delves into the usage of both environmental isotopes and injected tracers in surface water and groundwater bodies, as well as the relationships between them. Special emphasis is placed on the application of isotopes in identifying groundwater recharge and the processes associated with it, given its significance. The role of isotopes in understanding groundwater contamination caused by natural pollutants such as inland salinity, arsenic, and nitrate is also discussed with the aid of examples.

About the Author
S. M. Rao, Associate Director (Retd.), Isotope Group, Bhabha Atomic Research Centre, Mumbai and Presently Member of Research Council of the Centre for Water Resources Development and Management (C.W.R.D.M.), Kozhikode, Kerala, India.


Book Information
ISBN 9788189422332
Author S.M.Rao
Format Hardback
Page Count 216
Imprint New India Publishing Agency
Publisher New India Publishing Agency
Weight(grams) 500g