1. PAYMAN A. ABDULJABAR - Department of Environmental Science, Faculty of Science, University of Zakho, University Main Campus,
Zakho International Road, Duhok, Kurdistan Region-Iraq.
2. SAMARA S. FARAJ - Department of Environmental Science, Faculty of Science, University of Zakho, University Main Campus,
Zakho International Road, Duhok, Kurdistan Region-Iraq.
3. RAMI N. SALEEM - Department of Environmental Science, Faculty of Science, University of Zakho, University Main Campus,
Zakho International Road, Duhok, Kurdistan Region-Iraq.
A crucial component and effective instrument for examining the general characteristics of water quality is the Water Quality Index (WQI). Among the most significant tourist destinations in the northern part of Iraq and Kurdistan are the resort areas surrounding Zakho city. In December 2021, water samples were taken from a number of tourist locations, including Dashttagh, Sharanish Waterfall, and Bahair Cave. For the samples that were obtained, this investigation comprised chemical, biological, and physical tests. According to the World Health Organization drinking water quality standards, we conducted this research to determine whether this water is suitable for use by people, animals, and agriculture. The results of the tests revealed that water samples taken from Sharanish Waterfall had the best water quality when compared to other sources. both Bahair Cave, and Dashttagh samples.
Chemical and Biological Properties, Drinking water, Water Quality Index, Zakho Resorts.