Browsing Department of Earth Science by Author "Nel, Jacobus Martinus"
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Application of fluid electrical conductivity logging for fractured rock aquifer characterisation at the University of the Western Cape's Franschhoek and Rawsonville research sites
Lasher, Candice (University of the Western Cape, 2011)Characterisation of fractured rock aquifers is important when dealing with groundwater protection and management. Fractures are often good conduits for water and contaminants, leading to high flow velocities and the fast ... -
Assessing the hydrogeologic characteristics and sources of groundwater recharge and flow in the Elandsfontein aquifer, West Coast, Western Cape, South Africa
Smith, Kezia (University of Western Cape, 2020)This study is part of the current investigation of the Elandsfontein aquifer to assist with the management of the system and to ensure the protection of the associated Langebaan Lagoon RAMSAR listed site. The Elandsfontein ... -
Delineation of groundwater protection zone in a fractured rock aquifer setting: A case study of Rawsonville
Dustay, Shuaib (University of Western Cape, 2020)The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) is considering the implementation of an Aquifer Protection Strategy to protect the country’s critical groundwater resources. This study will assist in filling the knowledge gap ... -
Transport and fate of chemical and microbial tracers at University of Western Cape (UWC) campus site, Cape Flats aquifer of South Africa
Haricombe, Erin (University of the Western Cape, 2016)Extreme weather events in combination with geographical changes in groundwater utilization, groundwater availability, aquifer recharge, and ultimately changes in the quality of water resources, are expected in the future. ...