Salinity Intrusion and its Impact on Groundwater Quality: Case Study in Downstream of Bentota River Basin, Sri Lanka
03 December 2013
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This study addresses the problem of salinity inclusion in Bentota River Basin in Sri Lanka and its impact on the environment. The objectives of the study are to identify surface and groundwater quality variations due to the influence of sea water intrusion, and determine impact on groundwater quality in the surrounding area.

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