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Environmental Sciences
Wentao Wang, Zhiming Yu, Xiuxian Song, Lianbao Chi, Zaixing Wu, Yongquan Yuan
Summary: This study estimated the source apportionment of nitrate on the East China Sea (ECS) shelf by analyzing the nitrogen and oxygen stable isotopes in nitrate and essential parameters. It found that the biogeochemical processes of nitrate were weak in winter and intensive in spring, with significant assimilation accompanying nitrification. The study also revealed the contributions of different sources, such as the Changjiang Diluted Water and Kuroshio Subsurface Water, and the seasonal variations in nitrate inputs from different regions.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jing Hu, Mengyan Pan, Tianhao Han, Zhi Zhuang, Yunning Cao, Kaili Yang, Yuliang Li, Weiguo Liu
Summary: The study reveals that NO3-N is the main form of inorganic nitrogen in the Jing River area, with significant nitrogen pollution and nitrification as the main transformation process; during the dry season, manure and sewage are the main sources of NO3-, followed by soil nitrogen.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Meng Lu, Fu-Jun Yue, Xiao-Dan Wang, Zi-Han Liu, Zhi-Yu Shi, Ping Zhang
Summary: Karst groundwater is an important source of drinking water. However, it is often polluted by nitrate in agricultural regions, particularly in valley depression areas with strong hydrological connectivity. This study used high-resolution sampling and stable isotope analysis to identify nitrate sources and found that agricultural activities were the main cause of nitrate pollution. Therefore, effective prevention and control strategies should focus on fertilization methods and timing, as well as the spatial distribution of sinkholes.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Xingxing Cao, Shidi Yang, Pan Wu, Shan Liu, Jiahao Liao
Summary: Nitrate is a common pollutant in aquatic ecosystems, especially in vulnerable karst aquifers. In Caohai Lake, nitrate from karst surface water and groundwater flows into the wetland, degrading water quality. The study analyzed nitrate concentrations, hydrochemistry, and stable isotopes to identify sources and fate of nitrate in the groundwater and rivers around the wetland. The results showed that nitrate concentrations in groundwater were higher in the south during the wet season, indicating the main sources were sewage and manure. Efforts to strengthen fertilizer use and sewage treatment are needed to protect groundwater quality and control nitrate levels in rivers.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Xiao-Long Liu, Guilin Han, Jie Zeng, Man Liu, Xiao-Qiang Li, Pascal Boeckx
Summary: This study highlighted the importance of identifying nitrate sources and transformations in agricultural watersheds to protect water sources. The study employed chemical and dual isotopic compositions of nitrate to trace sources and processes, estimating the proportional contribution of different nitrate sources. Results showed that NH4+ concentrations were significantly higher than NO3- in certain river sections during the wet season, indicating enhanced runoff processes and fertilized NH4+ leaching. Additionally, manure and sewage were identified as dominant nitrate sources in certain river sections.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ran Long, Fei Tian, Jian-hua Chen, Yan-bo Zhou, Xue-fei Li, Yi-tong Li, Hai-wei Tang, Hai-gang Chen
Summary: The isotope mixing model (SIAR) was used to identify the primary nitrate sources in the Pearl River Estuary (PRE), showing that nitrate levels were higher in the high-flow season. Manure and sewage were the main sources of nitrate during the high-flow season, while reduced nitrogen fertilizer was another important source in the low-flow season. Controlling pollution from manure, sewage, and reduced nitrogen fertilizer can be a feasible measure to mitigate eutrophication in the PRE.
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Zuhong Lin, Junchi Liu, Yong Xiao, Chaojie Yu, Jinlan Zhang, Tingting Zhang
Summary: The Beiyun River in China's Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei region faces severe nitrate pollution, primarily originating from manure and sewage, soil nitrogen, and nitrogen fertilizer. Urban and suburban areas mainly contribute nitrate from human sewage and manure, while rural areas have a more complex composition of sources including soil nitrogen, nitrogen fertilizer, and atmospheric deposition. This study provides insights for nitrate pollution management in watersheds with diverse land-use types in temperate regions.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Xiaoliang Ji, Lielin Shu, Wenli Chen, Zheng Chen, Xu Shang, Yue Yang, Randy A. Dahlgren, Minghua Zhang
Summary: This study examined the sources and contributions of riverine nitrate in the Wen-Rui Tang River in China using various methods. The SIAR model confirmed municipal sewage as the major source of nitrate, with nitrogen fertilizer and soil nitrogen also identified as secondary sources. The study found that the uncertainties associated with different sources varied, and the isotopic composition of the predominant source had the strongest effect on the overall results of nitrate source apportionment.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Civil
Wenbo Zheng, Shiqin Wang
Summary: This study identified diffused nitrate sources in groundwater in headwater areas with diverse land-uses, multiple inputs, and intensification of precipitation. The research found that extreme precipitation accelerated anthropogenetic activities contributing to nitrate in groundwater, and the sources of nitrate varied among different land-uses.
JOURNAL OF HYDROLOGY
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yao Ding, Qing Shi, Lili OuYang, Bo Lai, Chengyue Lai, Gang Yao, Zhaoli Wang, Binyang Jia
Summary: This study utilized stable isotope ratios and a Bayesian stable isotope analysis approach to identify nitrate sources in the Pi River, revealing that nitrate primarily originated from manure and sewage, with the nitrogen concentration in tributaries showing no seasonal variations.
INTEGRATED ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND MANAGEMENT
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Civil
Xiaoliang Ji, Lielin Shu, Jian Li, Congyuan Zhao, Wenli Chen, Zheng Chen, Xu Shang, Randy A. Dahlgren, Yue Yang, Minghua Zhang
Summary: This study used a multiple isotope approach to quantitatively identify sources and transformations of riverine nitrate in a wetland plain river network in eastern China. The results showed that municipal sewage was the dominant nitrate source, followed by soil nitrogen, atmospheric nitrate deposition, and nitrogen fertilizer. Additionally, the study highlighted the benefits of using Delta O-17-NO3- to enhance nitrate source apportionment.
JOURNAL OF HYDROLOGY
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Zanfang Jin, Lijing Qian, Yasheng Shi, Guowei Fu, Guangyao Li, Feili Li
Summary: This study identified NOx sources and seasonal variations in Hangzhou through chemical and stable isotope analysis of aerosol samples collected in the city. The results showed that vehicle emissions played a significant role in aerosol pollution, with coal combustion being a major source in winter and the microbial N cycle contributing more in summer. The seasonal variation of NO3- isotopes was influenced by different sources of NOx throughout the year.
ATMOSPHERIC ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Seung-Hee Kim, Dong-Hun Lee, Min-Seob Kim, Han-Pil Rhee, Jin Hur, Kyung-Hoon Shin
Summary: In this study, an integrated framework was validated to effectively manage nitrate loading in complex river systems through quantitative estimation of nitrate sources. The isotopic compositions of nitrates showed different ranges among land-use types, reflecting different nitrate sources within watersheds. Hydrological conditions, such as water discharge, partially controlled total nitrate loads. Sewage transport near urban boundaries showed unique enhancement and increased total nitrate load in downstream areas. The isotopic and model-based nitrate fluxes showed good correlation for urban sources but poor correlation for agriculture-dominated land use.
Article
Engineering, Civil
Hyejung Jung, Yun S. Kim, Jisu Yoo, Bumsung Park, Jeonghoon Lee
Summary: A multi-isotopes approach combining stable nitrate isotopes (delta N-15(NO3) and delta O-18(NO3)) with stable water isotopes (delta O-18(H2O) and delta H-2(H2O)) can help identify nitrogen sources and understand transformation processes in river water systems. Seasonal variations have a significant impact on stable isotope values, leading to uncertainties in estimating the contribution of effluent to the water system.
JOURNAL OF HYDROLOGY
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Abdulhalim Zaryab, Hamid Reza Nassery, Kay Knoeller, Farshad Alijani, Eddy Minet
Summary: This study investigates the geochemistry and stable isotope composition of the Kabul urban aquifer, the main source of drinking water for Kabul city's inhabitants. The findings suggest that nitrate pollution in the aquifer primarily originates from sewage rather than artificial fertilizer. The results highlight the importance of improving sewage collection systems in the Kabul Plain.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)