Bacteriological contamination in the karstic aquifer of Yucatán, Mexico

The karstic aquifer of Yucatán serves as the only source of drinking water and the direct recipient of all sewage generated throughout the peninsula. Gastroenteritis, diarrhea, urinary tract infections and septicemia occur among the inhabitants of the rural areas as a result of usage and consumption...

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Published in:Geofísica Internacional
Main Authors: Luis E. Marín, Julia Pacheco A., Armando Cabrera S.
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México, Instituto de Geofísica 2000-11-01
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Online Access:http://www.geofisica.unam.mx/unid_apoyo/editorial/publicaciones/investigacion/geofisica_internacional/anteriores/2000/03/marin.pdf