Chemical hydrology

The hydrochemistry (from Greek hydros, " water " ) or water chemistry describes as a branch of hydrogeology and examines the substances occurring in the water. These key parameters such as temperature, pH, redox potential, electrical conductivity and oxygen content can be determined for a first estimate. In addition, water samples are analyzed for the contents of elements ( cations, anions and non- charged complexes ), and organic substances. From this, conclusions about quality, water source, but also consider possible contamination.

The chemical constituents in the solvent, water, in addition to the microbiological assessment with regard to bacteria and viruses, for the operation of water treatment plants ( drinking and industrial water supply) and sewage treatment plants, the use of water for irrigation in agriculture, the use of water for industrial purposes and the use of mineral and medicinal springs and overall hydrology an important criterion.

Water Science

Water science is the discipline that deals with the water quality in the chemical and microbiological aspect. The University of Duisburg - Essen offers Water science since 2001 as a bachelor and master study at.