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24 articles for “heavy element”
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The Environmental Impact of Soil Pollution on Human Health
Abstract: Soils are shaped by the decomposition of rock and organic matter over several years. Soil properties vary from place to place with difference in bedrock composition, climate and other factors. Certain chemical elements occur naturally in soils as components of minerals, yet may be toxic at some concentration. Various other potentially harmful substance may end up mixing with soils through human activities. This may lead to soil contamination which in …
Published in International Journal of Geological and Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 29–34 Read article
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Analytical Development of Electrochemical Biosensors for Real-Time Monitoring of Environmental Contaminants
Abstract: The increasing awareness of environmental pollution has necessitated the development of efficient monitoring systems for the detection and quantification of contaminants. Electrochemical biosensors have emerged as powerful tools due to their high sensitivity, rapid response, and cost-effectiveness. This paper reviews recent advancements in the development of electrochemical biosensors specifically designed for real-time monitoring of environmental contaminants. The design and fabrication of electrochemical biosensors involve the integration of biological recognition elements …
Published in International Journal of Analytical and Applied Chemistry · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 31–37 Read article
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Nanoscale Metal Oxide Improvement for Photoelectrochemical Water Splitting and Hydrogen Generation
Abstract: The global pursuit of clean and renewable energy has spotlighted hydrogen as a sustainable fuel, particularly when generated through environmentally friendly methods. Among these, photoelectrochemical (PEC) water splitting stands out as a direct and solar-powered approach to hydrogen (H₂) production. Unlike conventional techniques that rely heavily on fossil fuels, PEC systems utilize semiconductor materials to absorb sunlight and catalyze the splitting of water into hydrogen and oxygen, without releasing harmful …
Published in International Journal of Applied Nanotechnology · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2025 Read article
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Creating Awareness on Toxic Nature of Mercury
Abstract: In our day to day life, we come across in contact with hundreds of substances such as natural or synthetic which are toxic. A dangerous heavy metal that is widely present in nature is mercury. Most frequently affected by mercury toxicity includes systems like neurologic, renal organ system, and gastrointestinal system. Ingestion, injection or inhalation of any type of mercury, including skin absorption of mercury can all result in poisoning …
Published in International Journal of Green Chemistry · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 34–38 Read article