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462 articles for “Water and Polluted”
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Recent Trends in Heavy Metal Pollution of Groundwater: A Review
Abstract: Heavy metal pollution in groundwater has emerged as a major environmental and public health concern worldwide due to its persistence, toxicity, and potential for bioaccumulation. Rapid industrialisation, urban expansion, intensive agriculture, mining activities, and improper waste disposal have significantly increased the release of heavy metals into subsurface environments. Groundwater, being a primary source of drinking water in many regions, is particularly vulnerable to contamination, posing serious risks to human health …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Noise and Pollution Control · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 14–24 Read article
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Seasonal Variations of Air Quality Measures In Warri and Effurun, Delta State, Nigeria.
Abstract: Air quality in Urban Cities like Warri and Effurun has been deteriorating over time. The distribution levels of air pollutants in the Warri and Effurun environments may be related to both natural and man-made factors. In addition to evaluating the quality of rainwater with regard to pH, heavy metals (Fe, Pb, Cd, As, Hg, CU, Zn), and some anions (Cl-, NO3-, SO42-, CO32-), this project study aims to investigate, using …
Published in International Journal of Pollution: Prevention & Control · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 23–48 Read article
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Seasonal assessment of creeks' water quality located near Ankleshwar region of Gujarat, India, through water quality index
Abstract: The world is nowadays facing serious problem of pollution due to the rapid industrialization, urbanization and improper use of pesticides in agriculture. As far as India is concerned, it is one of the developing nations which has highest industrial and urbanization growth rate due to which few states of the India are critically polluted. In Gujarat state, Ankleshwar is one of them, which houses around 3000 small, medium and large …
Published in Journal of Water Pollution & Purification Research · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 31–53 Read article
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Cytogenotoxicity Assessment of Asphalt Plant Discharge Water using Plant Assay
Abstract: The Allium cepa assay test was used to evaluate cytogenotoxic effects of asphalt plant discharge water at the concentrations of 10, 20, 30, 40, 50, 60, 70, 80, 90 and 100% (v/v) asphalt plant discharge water/distilled water. The distilled water served as the negative control. The analysis of the physicochemical properties and heavy metals concentrations showed that most parameters were higher than the established standards of WHO and FMENV. The …
Published in Journal of Water Pollution & Purification Research · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 100–110 Read article
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Assessment of Seasonal and Spatial Variation in Water Quality of Estuarine and Riverine Zones of Tapi River Gujarat, India
Abstract: AbstractThe present study was conducted to assess the seasonal and spatial variations at eight estuarine and riverine locations of Tapi River, which is one of the major rivers of Gujarat, India. The monitoring of water quality for these locations was carried out on seasonal basis in pre-monsoon and post-monsoon seasons from March 2017 to February 2018. A total of nine physicochemical parameters were analyzed including pH, water temperature, turbidity, electrical …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Ecology · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 8–17 Read article
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Effect of Nitrite on Oxygen Consumption and Ammonia Excretion of the Fresh Water Crab Paratelphusa jacquemontii (Rathbun)
Abstract: In aquatic ecosystem, nitrite concentrations are elevated by pollution with nitrogenous wastes and imbalances in bacterial nitrification and denitrification processes. Nitrite is transformed by nitrification to nitrate under aerobic condition. The effects of nitrite on physiology were investigated in the fresh water crab, Paratelphusa jacquemontii (carapace length 4–5 cm and weight 50–70 g) for 96 h. The crabs were exposed to sublethal concentration (1/10th and 1/20th of 96 h LC50) …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmaceutical Science · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2013 · pp. 20–24 Read article
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Swachhata Hi Seva: Transforming Public Health, Environmental Sustainability, and Water Stewardship Through Community Engagement
Abstract: Swachhata (cleanliness) is not merely a hygiene practice but a foundational driver of public health, environmental resilience, and sustainable development. Recognizing its multidimensional importance, this research critically examines the “Swachhata Hi Seva” campaign as a transformative, community-led movement that elevates cleanliness from an individual responsibility to a collective civic duty and social commitment. The study highlights how the campaign mobilizes diverse community groups, institutions, and local governance structures to actively …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Planning and Development Architecture · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 9–15 Read article
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Assessment of Arsenic in Groundwater and Surface Water Sources of Gorakhpur District in Uttar Pradesh (India)
Abstract: This study was conducted in 19 blocks and 4 surface water of Gorakhpur district to assess the arsenic content. The study was carried out in the month of February-March, 2021. The result was compared with IS: 10500:2012 and WHO. The increased arsenic content in the water possess serious health issues in humans. The acute health issues being pigmentation on skin and damage to red blood cells. Prolonged exposure leads to …
Published in Journal of Water Pollution & Purification Research · Vol. 8, Issue 4, 2021 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Determination and Study of The Effect of High Concentrations from Heavy Metals in Environmental Samples
Abstract: This study focused on determining the concentrations of heavy metal ions to assess the environmental pollution levels of five T stations. Based on this, five samples were collected from different environments in Najaf Governorate, and the levels of heavy metal pollution were compared with the permissible values set by the World Health Organization. The research study concerned measurements of the increase and decrease in the concentration of elements and minerals …
Published in Journal of Modern Chemistry & Chemical Technology · Vol. 16, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 77–84 Read article
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Design and Development of a Sanitary Napkin Incinerator
Abstract: Improper disposal of menstrual waste presents serious health and environmental risks, especially in rural areas with limited access to proper sanitation and waste management systems. Without adequate facilities, used menstrual products are often discarded in open spaces, water bodies, or burned, leading to pollution, foul odors, and the spread of infections. The lack of awareness, infrastructure, and stigma surrounding menstruation further worsens the issue, making it crucial to promote safe, …
Published in Journal of Energy, Environment & Carbon Credits · Vol. 15, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 19–31 Read article
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Lightining Future With Non Degradable Waste
Abstract: This project focuses on addressing the growing problem of non-biodegradable waste, which creates major environmental and management issues. It proposes a smart system for waste segregation and energy production using the Arduino UNO R4 platform. The system classifies waste into three types dry, wet, and metal by using various sensors such as proximity, moisture, infrared, temperature, and weight sensors. After segregation, dry waste is sent to an incineration chamber where …
Published in Journal of Energy, Environment & Carbon Credits · Vol. 16, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Comparative Evaluation of Dodders, Giloy, Onion Peels and Fruit Waste-Prepared Composite Biochar Polymeric Adsorbent (CBPA) For Use in Wastewater Treatment
Abstract: Due to pollutants that have a negative impact on water bodies, wastewater treatment has attracted a lot of attention throughout the years. In many developing countries domestic and industrial wastewater treatment plants are lacking or not working efficiently for detergents due to the refractory nature of such chemicals. Generally the industrial wastewater is directly discharged into the existing water bodies (drains, nallahs etc.) after primary settling tanks. These refractory contaminants …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 72–80 Read article
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Identification of Groundwater Arsenic Contaminated Vulnerability Zones in Alluvial Tract of West Bengal, India
Abstract: Underground water is regarded to be free from all types of pollutants hence it is considered to be safefor drinking. Consequentially, it is a predominant source of drinking water in several parts of the worldparticularly in the developing countries. Regrettably, empirical studies have also been conducted inother parts of the World and it is found that in twenty countries the subsurface water is contaminatedwith arsenic. Serious arsenic contamination is reported …
Published in Journal of Energy, Environment & Carbon Credits · Vol. 2, Issue 1-3, 2012 · pp. 15–26 Read article
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Water Quality Testing on River Ganga
Abstract: Abstract The Ganges (or Ganga) is considered as one of the major holy river to the Hindu society and is a life preserver to those several peoples who lives nearby to its courses and banks. In Hinduism, the river is worshipped as Goddess Ganga. Even though about 550 million peoples depends on this river itself for their life, then also Ganga remains one the major polluted river in the entire …
Published in Journal of Energy, Environment & Carbon Credits · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 22–28 Read article
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Nitrate/Nitrite in The Lotic System of Yamuna and Gang
Abstract: The pollution of the Ganges River and Yamuna River has become a serious environmental challenge in India. Despite the implementation of several government initiatives aimed at river conservation, these rivers continue to receive large quantities of untreated industrial effluents, municipal sewage, and agricultural runoff. Such contamination has resulted in the degradation of aquatic ecosystems and poses significant health risks to millions of people who depend on these rivers for drinking …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Ecology · Vol. 15, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 34–39 Read article
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Groundwater Contamination due to Heavy Metals and other Pollutants in Amritsar District of Punjab
Abstract: Punjab is facing a crisis situation due to high levels of uranium (U) and heavy metals in the underground water table of Punjab. Department of Water Supply and Sanitation (DWSS), Punjab report on water quality monitoring and mitigation presents a deplorable situation about the current water quality scenario in Punjab. Out of a total of 874 habitations covered under this survey, 378 are found to be quality affected due to …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Toxicology · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 19–28 Read article
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Toxicity Assessment of Pendimethalin with Reference to Biochemical Alteration (Carbohydrate, Lipid) of Fresh Water Fish Channa punctatus (Bloch)
Abstract: Pendimethalin, a weedicide is a potential toxic pollutant, adversely affecting the fauna of aquatic ecosystem. The Channa punctatus were exposed to pendimethalin to determine LC50 values for 24, 48, 72 and 96 h and to study the behavioral changes. The aim of present study was to assess the 96 hours acute toxicity level of pendimethalin. The LC50 was determined by Finnyl’s Probit analysis. According to graphical plots, the 50% mortality …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Toxicology · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 21–25 Read article
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Reduction of Pollutant for SI Engine Using Argon and Oxy-hydrogen
Abstract: Reducing the emission associated with oil combustion is gaining increasing interest worldwide. Due to their dangerous effects on human health, vegetation and climate, various pre-combustion, in-cylinder and post combustion techniques have been tried for their abatement. The combustion of a hydrocarbon fuel with air produces mainly carbon dioxide(CO2) and Water(H2O). However, internal combustion engines are not perfectly efficient, so some of the fuel is not burned, which results in the …
Published in Journal of Automobile Engineering and Applications · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 29–34 Read article
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Investigation of Pollution Status in River No. 2, Freetown, Sierra Leone, Using Physicochemical and Bacterial Indicators
Abstract: This study assessed the physicochemical and bacteriological quality of surface water in the River No. 2 watershed, Sierra Leone, through monthly sampling from March–August 2024 at upstream, midstream, and downstream sites. Analyses included temperature, turbidity, pH, electrical conductivity, total dissolved solids, ammonia, fluoride, sulfite, nitrate, lead, arsenic, chromium, and microbial indicators (Escherichia coli, fecal and non-fecal coliforms). Most physicochemical parameters met WHO drinking-water guidelines. pH (7.0–7.3), TDS (7–17 mg/L), turbidity …
Published in International Journal of Pollution: Prevention & Control · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 11–27 Read article
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Bioremediation of Crude Oil Polluted Ecosystem Using Mixed Microbial Population on Polluted Areas
Abstract: Bioremediation utilizes the capability of microorganism to degrade all toxic wastes. This emerging technology is a promising method for the effective treatment of contaminated soil and water. This work investigates the possible methods to enhance the rate of natural bioremediation of hydrocarbons in a more effective, efficient, economical and environmentally friendly way. The bioremediation processes in this research was applied to a crude oil polluted ecosystem with a high level …
Published in Journal of Energy, Environment & Carbon Credits · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 16–24 Read article