Investigating Biofilm-Forming Microorganisms in Natural Water Systems: An Ecological and Public Health Perspective
| Vol-4 | Issue-5 | May 2019 | Published Online: 25 May 2019 PDF | ||
| Author(s) | ||
| Meenu Khurana 1; Tamanna Kaundal 2; Rupinder Kaur Virk 3; Kanika Sharma 4; Rupinderjeet Kaur 5 | ||
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1Panjab University Research Centre, Department of Biotechnology, Goswami Ganesh Dutta Sanatan Dharma College (GGDSD) College, Sector-32, Postal code-160030, Chandigarh, India 2Panjab University Research Centre, Department of Biotechnology, Goswami Ganesh Dutta Sanatan Dharma College (GGDSD) College, Sector-32, Postal code-160030, Chandigarh, India 3Department of Medical Lab Technology, DAV college Sector- 10, Postal code-160011, Chandigarh, India 4Department of Biotechnology, DAV College, Jalandhar, Punjab, India 5Department of Biotechnology, DAV College, Sector- 10, Postal code-160011, Chandigarh, India |
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| Abstract | ||
The present study delved into the microbial composition of water sources, specifically a village pond in Ropar district and Kansal Lake in Mohali district, Punjab. Bacterial isolates, including both coliform and non-coliform were identified. These organisms exhibited biofilm-forming capabilities, raising concerns about potential health risks. Chemical Oxygen Demand analysis revealed elevated levels in both water bodies, surpassing the permissible limit for potable water as outlined by the World Health Organization and the Indian Council of Medical Research. These findings underscore the significant pollution burden and potential health hazards associated with these water sources. |
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| Keywords | ||
| Chemical Oxygen Demand, Biofilm, Microorganisms, and Water system | ||
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