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The applicability of a Water Quality Index (WQI) as an assessment tool for urban rivers : a case study in the Crocodile River
(North-West University (South Africa), 2022)The water quality of the Crocodile-West River is deteriorating and has affected the ability of the water resource to be utilised adequately. Mining, urban, and agricultural run-off have negatively impacted the water quality ... -
Fish and habitat present ecological state in the Mooi River catchment in the North West Province
(North-West University (South Africa), 2022)Anthropogenic activities are important for various purposes such as economic activities, recreation and to partially safeguard food and energy across the world. In a semi-arid country such as South Africa, where the ... -
The partitioning of platinum in aquatic ecosystems and disruption to aquatic communities
(North-West University (South Africa), 2022)Due to the increasing presence of platinum (Pt) in the environment, it becomes crucial to identify its toxic potential in species at risk of being exposed, especially those found in aquatic environments where metal pollutants ... -
The role of Tarebia granifera as an invasive in freshwater ecosystems of Southern Africa
(North-West University (South Africa), 2022)Over the past few decades, the increase in import and trade frequency of exotic aquatic species for aquarium hobby sales have led to the introduction and establishment of several invasive snail species on a global scale. ... -
The role of the Usuthu River as refuge for the aquatic biodiversity of the lower Phongolo system
(North-West University (South Africa), 2023)Freshwater riverine floodplain systems are one of the most threatened ecosystems. These riverine floodplain systems are also the most productive and biodiverse freshwater systems in the world. Impacts that threaten these ... -
The use of Clarias gariepinus and associated helminthic parasites as bio-indicators of metal pollution in a subtropical ecosystem
(North-West University (South Africa), 2020)Metals are naturally occurring elements that play an important role in the functioning of organisms. However, imbalances in metal concentrations in the environment are of great concern due to their potential detrimental ...
