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(b) Chlorides are low. usually 10% <strong>of</strong> TDS.<br />

(c) There is a high soda alkalinity with an average <strong>of</strong> 50% <strong>of</strong> the TDS. due to NaHC0 3<br />

rather than Na2C03'<br />

(d) There is generally more Ca than Mg.<br />

(e) There is very little permanent hardness.<br />

(f) Group D waters are found further inland from Group C waters.<br />

(g) A feature <strong>of</strong> waters in northern Natal is the occurrence <strong>of</strong> acid mine water in the<br />

coal mining areas. These waters create a serious pollution hazard. The water is<br />

not potable and is characterized by a pH <strong>of</strong>

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