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Case Studies On Synthesis Of PLLA Bioplastic Starting From Food And Agricultural Wastes
Abstract: Polylaevo Lactic Acid (PLLA) is an excellent biopolymer that is biodegradable and has characteristics exactly similar to polystyrene. However, at present, the market price of this biopolymer is significantly higher than polystyrene and other synthetic plastics. The major hindrances to the large scale manufacture of this polymer are the lack of availability of a cheap raw material and the overall economy of synthesis of lactic acid from the same. In …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 1–13 Read article
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Sapota Seed Oil
Abstract: The objective of this work was to extract and determine the chemical composition of oil obtained from sapota seed fruits that are grown in India and characterize it. The sapota seed oil was extracted from kernel using different solvents viz., (a) carbon tetra chloride, (b) n-hexane and (c) toluene for eight extractions or stages. Nearly, 20–23% of oil yield was obtained. The oil has acid value – 4.11 to 9.5, …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 15–18 Read article
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Micromechanical Analysis of Compaction and Drilling of Granular Media- A Review
Abstract: Granular matter is ubiquitous in our daily life yet far from completely understood. These granular materials have constituted a class of complex systems which exhibit global behaviors been reminiscent of solids, liquids, gases, or otherwise uniquely their own. The key to achieve good properties lies in the material structure from the molecules, via structures on nano- and micro levels to the macroscopic material. This paper also reviewed selected approaches and …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Comparison of Theoretical and Experimental Approach to Predict Crude Oil Spreading Rate in Niger Delta Area, Nigeria
Abstract: Theoretical and Experimental approach was employed to examine the rate of crude oil characteristics upon the influence of transport and spreading, using Niger Delta raw crude oil. The major raw crude oil used for this investigation are Escravos crude oil, Brass blend and Bonny light and the rate of transport and spreading was monitored based on the laboratory set – up experiment. Mathematical model was developed to monitor, predict and …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 27–37 Read article
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Effect of Environmental Parameters on Metal Corrosion in Soil Using Finite Element Method
Abstract: Deterioration of buried metal due to corrosive soil environment is a major issue worldwide. Although failure of buried metal due to corrosive soil is an old problem, yet such failures are still uncontrollable even with the application of advanced corrosion protection technologies. Therefore, understanding environmental parameters causing corrosion of buried metals are necessary. This research work reviews environmental parameters causing corrosion of buried metal in soils. These functional parameters include: …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 1–13 Read article
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Chemical Synthesis and Characterization of Polyaniline for Supercapacitors Application
Abstract: Various polyaniline (PANI) synthesis methods are reported in the literature, depending on the experimental parameters involved (T, t, doping, and mixing procedure). Herein, three chemical polymerization methods were used to synthesis PANI from aniline monomer: rapid oxidation (OR), controlled oxidation (CO), and interfacial oxidation (OI). The PANI was therefore deposited next by drop casting on a silicon (Si) substrate. X-ray diffraction, Raman spectroscopy, and scanning electron microscopy were used to …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 9–16 Read article
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Study on Mechanical and Physical Properties of Wood-Plastic Nanocomposites after Fiber Surface Treatment
Abstract: Numerous composites based on high-density polyethylene (HDPE), wood flour (WF), and nanoclay (Cloisite 30B) were prepared by melt compounding followed by injection mold. This paper aims to evaluate the feasibility of using HDPE and underutilized WF as a material for the development of woodplastic composites, as well as the strengthening effect of nanoclay on them. To develop the poor interfacial interaction between the hydrophilic WF and hydrophobic HDPE matrix, as …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 43–53 Read article
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Monitoring the Effect of Temperature on Percentage of Petroleum Hydrocarbon Remediation in Packed Bed Units using Agro-Based Adsorbents
Abstract: This research demonstrates the significance of adsorbent and packed bed unit or column for the treatment of water medium contaminated with petroleum hydrocarbon. The investigation further revealed the effect of temperature on the performance of the adsorbent in treatment of water medium contaminated with petroleum hydrocarbon. The investigation delved deeper into understanding the influence of temperature on the adsorbent's efficacy in treating water mediums contaminated with petroleum hydrocarbon. The study …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 35–47 Read article
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Feasibility Study on Spent Pot Lining (SPL) as Raw Material in Cement Manufacture Process
Abstract: SPL is a waste material that comes free from the production of Aluminum industrial. SPL is separated in two fractions: a carbon-rich fraction referred to as “first cut” and a refractories rich fraction referred to as “second cut”. One commonly used solution is the processing of SPL fractions in cement kilns. The primary reasons for the cement producer to process the SPL are the reduction in raw material costs from …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Chemistry · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 18–26 Read article
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Studies on Phytoplanktons and Their Role in Environmental Monitoring and Management
Abstract: Several parameters are known to affect the quality of environment. These parameters or properties can be physical, chemical or biological. Physical properties of water quality include temperature and turbidity. Chemical characteristics involve parameters such as pH and dissolved oxygen. Biological indicators of water quality typically are the algae and phytoplankton. These parameters are relevant not only to surface water studies of the ocean, lakes and rivers, but to groundwater and …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Chemistry · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 30–33 Read article
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Core/Shell structures embedded polyaniline nanocomposite for Solar cells
Abstract: The synthesis and characterization of the conducting polyaniline (Pani) films embedded with Co2+ doped, PVA capped PbS/ZnS core-shell particles as photoluminescent boosters is reported. The photoluminescence intensity of the core-shell particles –Pani film had increased significantly.Periodic arrangement of the nanoclusters of the core-shell particles in the continuous conductive polymer matrix and high carrier density promise this material for the photoelectrochemical applications. Solid -state photovoltaic cells have been fabricated with PbS:Co/ZnS-Pani …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Chemistry · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 8–18 Read article
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Critical Examination on Aluminum Corrosion in Marine water Media Environment
Abstract: Investigation into the critical examination on aluminum corrosion in marine water media environment of Niger Delta in Nigeria was monitored using experimental and theoretical approach. Weight loss was experienced with increase in the period of exposure indicating the occurrence of corrosion of aluminum in both fresh and salt water body. The weight loss and corrosion rate characteristics of the aluminum in the river water media environment was further examine using …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Chemistry · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 29–43 Read article
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Automobile Wash Water Treatment Using Date Seed Adsorbent & Bio-Sand Filtration System
Abstract: From past few years, recycling of car wash water is getting more importance due to the lack of fresh water resources and also the demand of water is increasing day by day. In many industries including car wash industry, one of the major challenge to find an economic and efficient treatment solution for removing oil, soap, waxes oil, grease and contaminated water of car wash as these wastewater consists of …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Chemistry · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 22–28 Read article
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Design and Performance Evaluation of an Existing Cooling Tower in Port Harcourt Refinery
Abstract: The need for efficient and effective waste heat removal systems forms the basis of this research which is the Design and Performance Evaluation of an Existing Cooling Tower in Port Harcourt Refinery. The design performance equation models were developed by the application of the principle of conservation of mass and energy and also from standard correlations from literatures. The input parameters for the solution of the design performance equations were …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Chemistry · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 30–41 Read article
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Biodegradation of Plastic using Micro-organisms
Abstract: Plastics have become an important of modern life and are used in different sectors of application. In a year about 260 million tons of plastics are produced worldwide. Demand for plastics in India reached about 9.99 million tons in year 2014-2015. Plastics are high molecular weight organic source materials. In the present in view of the increasing use of plastics and its harmful effects, it has become necessary to prepare …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Chemistry · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Environmental Impacts of Water Pollution
Abstract: Water is required for all life forms to exist. Water is essential for agriculture, industry, fishing, and tourism, among other things, in addition to household uses. Water availability has decreased as the world's population, urbanization, and industrialization have increased. The quality of the water used is also deteriorating as it becomes increasingly polluted. You've probably heard about some of the health harm or adverse consequences of water contamination. This teachable …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Chemistry · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 46–49 Read article
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Determination of the Flow Velocity Resistance in Non- Submerged Woody Plants
Abstract: Vegetation on the bank of a river or stream has a major influence on resistance, velocity distribution,and turbulence force. The resistance to flow in open channels depends on different channel and flow parameters. Out of many factors, vegetation is the mainly important parameter in open channels. In this study have been five points to measure the velocity in the channel. The experimental work has been done by a rectangular channel …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Chemistry · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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A Review on Potential Uses and Characterization of Okra Fiber Reinforced Polymer Composites
Abstract: The environment, ecology, and new rules from the government agencies are major concerns in the quick-paced society. As a result, scientists and researchers are searching for natural fiber reinforced composites that are biodegradable and renewable. Natural fibers have undeniable advantages over synthetic fibers, including low density, equivalent strength, non-toxicity, low cost, and minimal waste disposal issues. The possible uses of natural fibers have been thoroughly investigated by researchers. But in …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Chemistry · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 22–33 Read article
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Hydro-Geochemical Analysis of Groundwater of a Micro-Watershed (MWS) of Banas River Basin, Rajasthan, India
Abstract: About 5.25 billion population of the world have depend on groundwater to meet their water needs, and the growth of agriculture and human health have both been significantly affected by groundwater quality. Land use, surface-and-subsurface geology, and soil characteristics all have an effect on groundwater composition, which in turn affects groundwater quality. Fluoride, nitrate, chloride, CaCO3, and salt are the main problem in groundwater quality in Rajasthan. Groundwater quality data …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Chemistry · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 1–23 Read article
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Nano-technology based Chemical Sensor in Food Industries
Abstract: A major part of present science and technological development links with nano- technologies as it contributes to each branch of science by its versatile characteristics which make it familiar in both living & non-living world. Food is one of the essential necessities for all the living elements as a source of energy. Without food, no one can survive in this world, hence regular intake of foods with proper nutrition is …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Chemistry · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 34–40 Read article