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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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Determination of Poly Chlorinated biphenyls in sediment of Trondheim fjord (Norway) and Lake Tana (Ethiopia) using pressurized liquid extraction (PLE) and Gas Chromatography – Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS).
Abstract: The presence of polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) in the environment is of great concern, as they are compounds that are hazardous to the environment and human health. Environmental investigations of PCBs can be challenging as they are found in trace amount, thus, it is important to have a reliable method for the determination of PCBs in environmental samples. In this work, an analytical method for the determination of PCBs in marine …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Chemistry · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 1–10 Read article
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Removal of Methyl Orange from Wastewater Using Composite Material
Abstract: The textile industry is one of the pollute activities that most consume water. Industrial dyes are dangerous pollutants, resulting from the textile industry. The textile dyes significantly increase inhibit plant growth, enter the food chain, promote toxicity, and carcinogenicity. The removal of textiles dyes is usually proposed via adsorption represents a sustainable solution. A composite material was prepared by polystyrene in combination with commercial activated carbon. A series of experiments …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Chemistry · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 42–46 Read article
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TRACE METALS IN SURFACE WATER AND SEDIMENTS OF LOWER NEW CALABAR RIVER, RIVERS STATE, NIGERIA
Abstract: The concentration of trace metals in surface water and sediments of lower New Calabar River was investigated. The results obtained showed that the trace metals Pb, Cd, Fe, Zn, Co and Cu occurred in both surface water and sediments. There was high distribution of the trace metals according to the sample locations attributed to both anthropogenic and natural resources. The concentration of trace metals in surface water followed the trend …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Chemistry · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 39–52 Read article
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Assessment of Knowledge and Participation on Households Solid Domestic Waste Management in Some Selected Communities in Bo Southern Sierra Leone
Abstract: A well-managed, effective waste management program increases the health and environmental quality of the country. Therefore, the overall aim of this study was to investigate the knowledge and participation of household solid domestic waste management in some selected communities in Bo city Southern Sierra Leone. The study's objectives were: to determine the different methods of solid wastedisposal, to determine existing household solid waste management practices, to determine the risk factors …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Chemistry · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 8–17 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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Effect of Temperature on Fungi Concentration in Crude Oil Remediation in an Aerated Bioreactor
Abstract: This research work was conducted to demonstrate the significance of temperature on the characteristics of fungi growth of crude oil degradation in fresh and salt water media. Comparison of fresh and salt contaminated water media was examined, the effect of temperature on crude oil degradation and the characteristics of total heterotrophic bacteria and fungi action. For Total Heterotrophic Fungi (THF) were Aspergillus niger, Aspergillus flavus, mucor sp, penicillium sp, Aspergillus …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Chemistry · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 12–21 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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Impact of Solid Waste Disposal on Soil Physicochemical Parameters and Selected Enzyme Activities: A Case Study from Nekede Dumpsite, Nigeria
Abstract: This study assessed the influence of solid waste disposal on soil physicochemical parameters in Nekede dumpsite Owerri, Imo state Nigeria. The study area is a solid waste dumpsite located between latitude 5° 25' 59.99"N and longitude 7°01'60.00"E DMS coordinates along No. 1 old Nekede road and beside the Otamiri river. The study area was partitioned into four (4) quadrants while facing the river with samples collected at three (3) different …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Chemistry · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 40–49 Read article
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Ultrasonic Study of Binary Liquid Mixtures of Triethyl Amine With Primary Alcohols at 303.15 K
Abstract: Most of the physical properties change whenever there is a change in the composition and structure of the liquid mixture. Then non-linear dependence of the physical–chemical properties with composition has been attributed to the size, shape, and polarity of the molecules. Ultrasonic velocity is one such property which is very important for the study of molecular interactions in solution. It gives information about the extent of interaction and some other …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Synthesis and Chemical Reactions · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 Read article
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ANALYSIS OF FE AND TOTAL IRON BINDING CAPACITY (TIBC) IN CORD AND MATERNAL BLOOD SERUM
Abstract: This work explains the correlation between antenatal maternal blood and umbilical cord blood iron levels and it was not found to be closely related previously. It is observed that economic background of the patients influences the normal range of Iron binding level in Umbilical cord blood of the neonates selected from a government hospital, India. This investigation concludes that low Fe content in Umbilical cord blood makes the child susceptible …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Synthesis and Chemical Reactions · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 25–37 Read article
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EFFECTS OF THE LABORATORY ASSISTED LECTURE METHODS ON ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT OF GRADE 8 STUDENTS IN CHEMISTRY SUBJECT IN FINOTE SELAM WOREDA, AMHARA REGION
Abstract: In Science education, laboratories are considerably important because they provide the opportunity for students to perform various hands-on activities. The aim of this study was to examine the comparative effects of the laboratory assisted and lecture methods on primary school students’ achievements in chemistry subject. With this aim, four research questions and four hypotheses guided the study. Sixty six (66) students (12 male and 11 female in the experimental group …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Synthesis and Chemical Reactions · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Synthetic Studies on Fused Benzodiazepines: A Class of Medicinally Privileged Heterocycles
Abstract: 1,4-Benzodiazepine is an important nitrogen heterocyclic scaffold because of its presence in various natural products, drugs and biologically active molecules. Henceforth, it is also known as privileged heterocycle in the field of medicinal to synthetic organic chemistry. Reactions towards the synthesis of five- and six- membered heterocycles are very easy and facile. On the other hand, synthesis of medium ring heterocycles is more difficult because of the thermodynamic limitations. Thus …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Synthesis and Chemical Reactions · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 44–59 Read article
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Spectrophtometric Study of Catalysed Oxidation of Some Cyclic Alcohols by N-bromophthalimide
Abstract: The spectrophotometric kinetic investigation of cyclohexanol and cycloheptanol catalysed by Keggin type anion [PW12O40]3- with N-bromophthalimide have been carried out in 30% acetic acid medium in absence of mercuric(II) acetate and in presence of sulphuric acid. The observed kinetic data was used for the justification of Beer-Lambert law. The reactions follow a fractional-order with respect to cyclic alcohols, PTA catalyst and first-order with respect to oxidant NBP. The added H+ …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Synthesis and Chemical Reactions · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 44–50 Read article
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Synthesis, characterization of Schiff base and its pH metrically studies of transition metal complexes of N'-(3, 4-dihydroxybenzylidene) isonicotinohydrazide.
Abstract: Schiff reaction is one of the versatile reaction widely used in organic synthesis focused on the discovery & development of isoniazide Schiff base derivative N’(3,4-Dihydroxy benzylidene isonicotinohydrazide) have been reported in presence of 0.01g molecular iodine catalyst stirring give fast product & good yield. The synthesized compound is characterized by FTIR & H-NMR analysis. For the development of coordination chemistry Schiff base & metal ion having played most important role, …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Synthesis and Chemical Reactions · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 39–47 Read article
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Fluorescence Detection Measurement of Quinine Sulphate Concentration
Abstract: For investigative study and analytical scientific applications, fluorescence spectroscopy analysis is a fantastic instrument. In additional to mineralogy, fluorescent labelling, sensors, and forensics applications, it is often utilised in biological, chemical, pharmaceutical, and medicinal applications. Additionally, it is employed for environmental monitoring, laser-induced chlorophyll fluorescence for agricultural yield evaluations, and the detection of proteins, organic substances, oils, and dyes. Quinine sulphate at a concentration of 10-5 M in 1 M …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Synthesis and Chemical Reactions · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 25–29 Read article
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Toxicity of Chromium Metal and its impact on Human health
Abstract: Chromium, a transition metal, plays a vital role as a trace element essential for human metabolism. Its presence in various oxidation states is notable, with the trivalent (Cr(III)) and hexavalent (Cr(VI)) forms being the most common and biologically significant. While Cr(III) is recognized for its involvement in insulin signaling and glucose metabolism, Cr(VI) stands out for its toxicity, posing significant risks to both human health and the environment. The extensive …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Synthesis and Chemical Reactions · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 16–20 Read article
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Production and Characterization of Biomass Briquette from Sawdust and Cow Dung Admixture for Domestic Cooking Applications in Northern Ethiopia
Abstract: This study explored the possibility of producing and characterize biomass briquettes from sawdust and caw dung admixture that could be used as a sustainable fuel sources of energy supply for domestic cooking applications. In this study, Potato starch used as a binder. The physical and composition properties of the sawdust and cow dung as well as the developed biomass Briquettes were determined using Thermogravimetric analysis. A portion of sawdust and …
Published in International Journal of Renewable Energy and its Commercialization · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 49–57 Read article
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Survey at Organic Waste Treatment Plants at CISF Camps
Abstract: Food wastage and its accumulation are becoming a critical problem around the globe due to continuous increase of the world population. The exponential growth in food waste is imposing serious threats to our society like environmental pollution, health risk, and scarcity of dumping land. There is an urgent need to take appropriate measures to reduce food waste burden by adopting standard management practices. Currently, various kinds of approaches are investigated …
Published in International Journal of Renewable Energy and its Commercialization · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 51–64 Read article
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Production of Biogas from the Anaerobic Co-Digestion of Cow-Dung and Tannery By-Products
Abstract: This work was majorly focused on the production of biogas anaerobically through the co-digestion of cow-dungs and tannery waste and also to reduce the concentration of sulphide by direct inclusion of facultative lagoon sediment with sodium and calcium alginate. Various tannery fleshing to cow-dung ratio of 1:0, 1:0.5, 1:1 and 1:2 were investigated. The optimum was established to be ratio 1:2 is designated as a top methane concentration up to …
Published in International Journal of Renewable Energy and its Commercialization · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 1–10 Read article