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Assessment Of Groundwater Resources Using Remote Sensing And Gis, Muna Khalil Al Hammadi
Assessment Of Groundwater Resources Using Remote Sensing And Gis, Muna Khalil Al Hammadi
Theses
Geographical Information Systems and Remote Sensing have witnessed an enormous interest in various applications related to geology, hydrology, hydrogeology, and water resources. The use of GIS and remote sensing has become a common practice worldwide. The UAE is no exception. The study of groundwater resources and its sustainability is of prime concern for authorities in the UAE. Although, groundwater may not be suitable, in most cases, for drinking and other potable purposes, it represents the main source for irrigation in the country. About 85% of the total water consumption in the UAE is groundwater.
This study is devoted to the …