Abstract
Instrumental neutron activation analysis (INAA) technique was employed to analyze the sediments from several sites along the Zarka River (Jordan). Measurements of heavy and trace metals in the river are reported. The results show that the concentration of the elements is site dependent. Almost all the toxic and trace elements show a high level concentration in certain sites. The data suggest that an anthropogenic input into the river for elements such as Zn, Cr, As, V, Co and Zr occurred. These elements, however, found their ways into the river from different sources. The main sources were the presence of textile, paint and tier plants, in addition to the waste sewage discharges and water treatment stations.
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