Geochemical and Isotopic Studies of Low Temperature Geothermal Water, Eyjafjordur, North Iceland
- Key words
- Exploration; Iceland; Eyjafjordur
- Location
- Eyjafjordur, Iceland
- Conference
- Geothermal Resources Council Transactions
- Year
- 1982
- Session
- Exploration; Geochemical surveys; Isotopes
- Language
- English
Abstract
Stable isotopes and dissolved solids in the geothermal waters have been studied as part of geothermal prospecting into the Eyjafjordur region. The recharge areas of the waters are traced by the ratios of the stable istopes to the North western part of the glacier Vatnajokull. At least three separate reservoirs are found to feed the natural springs and drill holes. The geothermal water in the region is of a diluted type with a high pH. It can be used directly for house heating without corrosion or scaling problems.
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