“…Identification of underlying geochemical processes based on different types of samples such as stream sediments, soils, and water is important for a range of applications including mineral exploration, land use planning, and environmental assessment of both natural and anthropogenic factors (Borovec, 1996;Evans et al, 1996;Sajn et al, 2011;Thoms et al, 2007;Zumlot et al, 2009;Carranza, 2010aCarranza, , 2011aŽibret and Sajn, 2010;Xie et al, 2010;Cheng, 2007;Wang et al, 2014;Liu et al, 2013Liu et al, , 2014aLiu et al, , 2014b. The dynamic surface of the earth was formed by processes that interacted and contributed in variable proportions to create its landforms and landscapes.…”