he Buenos Aires Polytechnic University (ITBA) is arsenic map,tool interaction This will make it possible to monitor the presence of this contaminant in groundwater and surface water in different regions of the country. More than 350 samples have been analyzed to date —Many levels exceed recommended values According to the World Health Organization (WHO), the institute warned that exposure could lead to more consequences. 4 million people.
Continuous ingestion of arsenic can cause the following symptoms: Endemic regional chronic arsenic hydrosis (HACRE), a condition associated with increased risk of skin lesions, pulmonary fibrosis, and various types of cancer. Although the presence of pollutants is of natural origin and relatively stable over time, its concentration changes It depends on the depth of the well and the geological characteristics of each region.
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The map was developed under their supervision. Dr. Jorge Daniel Stryikis and, Dr. John Alejandro Avilathe Institute of Chemical Engineering and the Environment (LIQMA), has established itself as a national reference for professionals and the public. The last update featured the work of computer engineering student Lucia Digon, who incorporated improved data visualization and loading.
how to interpret a map
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Less than 10ppb: According to the WHO, water is considered safe.
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10-50ppb: We recommend further research before taking it regularly.
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50ppb or more: Do not use water for drinking or cooking. Must be replaced with a safe source.
Clicking on each marker provides detailed information about the sample and its concentration.
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call out to the community
ITBA again called for the following: send new sample. Those wishing to cooperate must bring water to LIQMA’s headquarters in Iguazu 341 (CABA) between 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. The shipment must include the sender’s first and last name and the previously completed form.
National challenges: arsenic, nitrates and uneven quality
specialist in University of Buenos Aires They warn that 85% of households have access to the water network, the quality of which is uneven and the environmental risks are high. In some regions, up to 60% Approximately 80% of the population is exposed to arsenic; 30% of Bottled water has nitrate levels Higher than recommended.
Experts emphasize the need for better controlinvestments in infrastructure and awareness campaigns. Water contamination means not only microbiological risks such as typhoid fever, cholera and hepatitis A, but also chemical risks such as arsenic, lead and nitrates, which can cause chronic diseases and various types of cancer.
The debate over permissible limits for arsenic remains unresolved, especially in regions with high dependence on groundwater. Its removal requires expensive technology and a coordinated plan between authorities, researchers, and communities.
The ITBA Arsenic Map is positioned as an important tool to understand the problem and facilitate evidence-based decisions in countries where safe water remains an urgent issue.
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