Table 6 Accumulation index and pollution grading standards.

From: Characterization and evaluation of Fe2+ and Mn2+ in reservoirs and sediments in the Jianghuai Region

Igeo

 < 0

0–1

1–2

2–3

3–4

4–5

 > 5

Pollution level

Degree of pollution

None

Light pollution

Light to moderate pollution

moderate pollution

Light to moderate pollution

Severe pollution

Serious pollution