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Journal Article 
Analysis of Heavy Metals and Organic Pollutants of Ground Water Samples of South Saudi 
Alshikh, A 
2011 
1 
Life Science Journal
ISSN: 1097-8135 
8 
4 
438-441 
WOS:000303526000058 
The groundwater quality was determined in Jazan city southwest of Saudi Arabia, groundwater samples were selected during July 2010 (dry season). Selections of metals which may be toxic in excess when present in drinking water were further discussed (As, Cd, pb, Cu, Cr, Hg, Mn, Ni, Zn, Fe, and Se). Quantitative identification and determination of Total Petroleum Hydrocarbon (TPH), Hydrocarbon C-10-C-40 (diesel hydrocarbon fraction), Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs), Poly Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAHs), Total Herbicides and Organochlorine Pesticides in samples based on applications of gas chromatograph (GC). The chemical analysis of groundwater samples show that all samples comply with WHO standards for the parameters measured. Overall the water quality is found to be suitable for drinking purposes without any prior treatment. [Asia Alshikh Analysis of Heavy Metals and Organic Pollutants of Ground Water Samples of South Saudi] Life Science Journal, 2011;8(4):438-441] (ISSN:1097-8135). http://www.lifesciencesite.com. 
Groundwater; heavy metals; pesticides; WHO limits; Jazan