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134 articles for “Biodegradability”
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Use of Waste Plastics in Flexible Pavement
Abstract: Plastic is everywhere in today’s lifestyle and its disposal is a great problem. It is a non-biodegradable product due to which these materials pose environmental pollution and problems like breast cancer, reproductive problems in humans and animals and genital abnormalities. If a ban is put on the use of plastics on emotional grounds, the real cost would be much higher, the inconvenience much more, the chances of damage or contamination …
Published in International Journal of Sustainable Building Technology · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 27–47 Read article
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Drug Delivery Systems
Abstract: Drug delivery is the strategy or procedure of overseeing a pharmaceutical compound to accomplish a restorative impact in human or animals. For the treatment of human illnesses, nasal and pneumonic routes of drug delivery are increasing expanding significance. These routes give promising contrasting options to parenteral drug delivery especially for peptide and protein therapeutics. For this reason, a few drug delivery frameworks have been figured and are being explored for …
Published in International Journal of Industrial Biotechnology and Biomaterials · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 6–10 Read article
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Increased Efficiency and Shelf Life of Functional Foods Through Nanoparticle-Based Products in Food Packing and Processing Industries
Abstract: In recent years there is an upsurge in food industries as numerous food products are launched to enhance its shelf life and storage efficiency. In resolving these issues nanotechnology especially in food sector including food processing, food monitoring, food packaging, development of food modifying colors, production of functional foods, nutritional or flavoring properties according to a dietary need of a person as well as production of stronger coloring, flavorings and …
Published in International Journal of Industrial Biotechnology and Biomaterials · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 39–44 Read article
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In Vitro Evaluation of Bioremediation Capacity of a Commercial Probiotic, Bacillus clausii, for Chromium (VI) and Lead (II) Toxicity
Abstract: Heavy metals cause disastrous effects on any living organisms. Probiotics have the ability to reduce metal toxicity. Commercial probiotics having bioremediation capacity can use these bacteria as an alternative to conventional remediation methods. The bioaccumulation of heavy metals including chromium (VI) (Cr [VI]) and lead (II) (Pb [II]) causes fatal toxicity in humans. Some naturally occurring bacterial species, such as Bacillus and Pseudomonas, contribute their role in bioremediation of these …
Published in International Journal of Industrial Biotechnology and Biomaterials · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 1–16 Read article
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Scleroglucan Production by Microbes and Downstream Processing
Abstract: Polymer based synthetic petroleum and plant natural polysaccharides do have the drawback of limited sources, as well as the latter's non-biodegradability. Eco-friendly, low-cost, and standardised microbial polysaccharides, on the other hand, offer a viable solution to this problem. They drew international recognition due to their original and distinctive physical and chemical propertiesas well as a diverse spectrum of industrial applications, the majority of which are rapidly becoming economically competitive. Scleroglucan, …
Published in International Journal of Industrial Biotechnology and Biomaterials · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 18–23 Read article
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Agronomy of Rice Husks
Abstract: Rice husk and hull is the waste material of rice mill. These have been hard, fibrous and abraded capabilities. Bio active and biodegradable rice husk/hull have been studied to claim remaining form by firing at scaled opts of amorphous and crystal forms of silica. Metallic constitutive like iron, manganese, sodium, potassium, lead, copper have suggestive towards route to subscribe purest form after firing. Preparations out of raw forms have subjectively …
Published in International Journal of Agrochemistry · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 52–57 Read article
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Activated Carbon from Rice Husk for Treating Dye Waste Water
Abstract: This study was undertaken to explore the possibility of utilizing rice husk (RH) for the production of activated carbon because of its abundant, renewable, and biodegradable raw resource, and properties such as its chemical stability, oil absorption, surface area, iodine value, and high reactivity, resulting from the presence of chemically reactive hydroxyl groups. RH is roasted at high % with low cost chemical as catalyst to reduce time, with temperature …
Published in International Journal of Green Chemistry · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 29–36 Read article
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Bioremediation: An Approach for Environmental Clean-Up
Abstract: Bioremediation is defined as the remediation process wherein naturally occurring microorganisms or deliberately introduced microbes are exploited for inducing breakdown of environmental pollutants with the idea to make our surroundings clean. Here, an overview about this technology is provided for the beginners. Keywords: bacteria, biodegradation, bioremediation, detoxification, microbial biota
Published in International Journal of Green Chemistry · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 13–14 Read article
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Chitosan: Chemistry, Applications & Economics of Production - A Review
Abstract: Chitosan is a natural poly-cationic linear polysaccharide derived from chitin and also known as de-acetylated chitin. It is derived from partial de-acetylation of chitin. Its low solubility in neutral and alkaline solution limits its application. Chitosan’s chemical modification brings to it new reactive functional properties for different applications. Because of biocompatibility, non-toxicity, low allergenicity and biodegradability, it is used in various applications .This review paper presents the chemistry, literature review …
Published in International Journal of Analytical and Applied Chemistry · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 23–34 Read article
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Rheological Study of Waste Polyethylene Terephthalate with Bitumen Mix in Pavement Construction
Abstract: Plastic bags which are composed of polyethylene terephthalate (PET) is commonly used as for soft drink, water bottles and many other applications. However, disposal of this waste PET in large quantities constitutes an environmental problem, as it is considered as non-biodegradable materials. This study investigated rheological study of waste PET to be mixed with bitumen use as a raw material for pavement construction. The effect of temperature was varied from …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Separation Technology · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 36–48 Read article
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Chemical Engineering Analysis of Polymer Composite Creation Using Sawdust, Sharp
Abstract: Polyethylene terephthalate (PET) is known for its general adoption for its lightweight and flexibility and durability nature. It is non-biodegradable and contributes majorly to water and land pollution. The amount of plastic-generated waste is increasing extensively following its usefulness there and the inability of users to properly dump or recycle it has resulted in a big threat to the environment. In this research work an attempt has been made to …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 17–29 Read article
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Manufacturing and Recycling of Plastic Versus Paper bags: Implications on the Environment
Abstract: Disposable bags although convenient for daily use but they have several risk factors associated when it comes to the environment. As per the estimates of Environmental Protection Agency, approximately five hundred billion and one trillion disposable bags are used each year around the world. Disposable bags and other bags used for day-to-day need are available in diverse types, based on the material they are made of. Here, is an outline …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Chemistry · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 9–12 Read article
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Studies on the degradation of jute blended cotton fabric in soil, water and ambient atmosphere
Abstract: Although, we are more concern about the environment pollution, we cannot reduce the use of pollutant in a significant limit. The use of bio-degradable materials is one of the best methods to reduce environmental pollution. In our present research we tried to find biodegradable materials, jute and cotton, to keep our environment pollution free. We also showed the effect of environment on the degradation properties of the mentioned materials. The …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Chemistry · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 1–11 Read article
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Study of Solid Waste Management in Shrirampur, Pusad—Case Study
Abstract: Solid waste management (SWM) is one of the most essential services for maintaining the quality of life of the people and for ensuring better standard of health, sanitation and the environment. Total quantity of municipal solid waste (MSW) generated everyday has increased with increased population. Management of MSW has emerged as a problem which concern about environment. The present study was undertaken to study the existing system of collection, storage, …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Chemistry · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 15–22 Read article
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Review Paper on Solid Waste Management in India
Abstract: Solid waste management is a major problem in urban areas of India. It is due to large urbanization, industrialization, and increasing population. The solid waste management systems ranked very poorly in India over the last few decades. Approximately 90% of residual waste is dumped instead of its proper landfilling. The solid waste management system should be improved in India because it will be beneficial for our future generations and the …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Chemistry · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 66–71 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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Utilization of Waste Plastics as a Fiber in Concrete
Abstract: The rapid urbanization and industrialization all over the world has resulted in large deposition of plastic waste. Disposal of plastic waste in an environment is considered to be big hazard due to its very low biodegradability and presence in large quantities. In order to minimize the problem, the proposed concrete which is made by adding plastics in concrete may help to reuse the plastics and to study the properties of …
Published in International Journal of Concrete Technology · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 56–60 Read article
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A Review on Waste Bakelite as Replacement Partially Over Coarse Aggregate in Concrete Mix
Abstract: Various components in India are made up of Bakelite. Saffron Global Dumping of waste Bakelite through landfill is not allowed due to it effect on soil mass and open burning is not allow because of the emission of harmful gases which cause air pollution. A large space of storehouse requires to store large amount of area for keeping waste Bakelite which becomes management problem of waste. Despite managing waste Bakelite …
Published in International Journal of Concrete Technology · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 8–13 Read article
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Composting of Municipal Solid Waste to Enhance the Fertility of Soil
Abstract: Composting has been used as a method of utilisation organic matter into the soil to boost soil structure and fertility. The composting method has received abundant attention in recent years due to pollution issues and also the seek for environmentally sound strategies for treating waste. Waste volumes still rise, that ends up in loss of resources and inflated environmental risks. Open selling and landfill could be a major technique for …
Published in International Journal of Geological and Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 16–21 Read article
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Experimental Analysis on Improving the Soil Characteristics by Stabilization of Black Cotton Soil Using Coir or Coconut Fibre
Abstract: One of the most widely utilized methods for improving poor soils is soil reinforcement. Metal strips,natural and synthetic fibers arranged randomly, geogrid sheets, synthetic and natural geotextiles, andmetal strips are examples of materials used for soil reinforcement. Additionally, the tensile strength,shear strength, other characteristics, bearing capacity, and economy are all significantly improved bythe soil reinforcement. The utilization of jute fibre in civil engineering is beneficial for enhancing soilqualities due to …
Published in International Journal of Geological and Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 29–36 Read article