El Estudio de la calidad de la fuente de agua para consumo humano en la localidad de Aqchapa, distrito de Quinua, Ayacucho.

Abstract

Water management is essential for maintaining its quality and protecting the environment, as its scarcity can lead to conflicts. Water is a vital resource for life, health, food security, and key sectors such as agriculture and energy. However, it faces pressures from over-exploitation, pollution, and climate change.   The analysis of physical, chemical, and biological parameters is crucial for assessing water quality. In the study conducted in Aqchapa, Quinua, Ayacucho, the physicochemical data were compared with environmental standards, meeting the required norms. However, microbiological results showed values exceeding the permitted limits, with 700 organisms/L of algae and 722 free-living organisms. Additionally, concentrations of arsenic (0,0378 mg/L) and chromium (0,0840 mg/L) were detected above the established limits. It is recommended to clean the conduits and structures of the reservoir, ensuring proper chlorination of the water. It is also suggested to explore treatment methods such as coagulation, flocculation, adsorption, reverse osmosis, and other purification processes. These findings highlight the need for continuous water quality monitoring and the implementation of measures to mitigate pollution, thus protecting this vital resource for life.