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30 articles for “Physicochemical qualitative analysis of water”
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Physico-Chemical, Phyto-Chemical and HPTLC Analysis of Root of Melia azedarach Linn
Abstract: Mahanimba, botanically known as Melia azedarach L. is an important medicinal plant of Ayurveda. Different parts of Mahanimba are widely used to treat many ailments. Its root is used in Gridhrasi (sciatica) and also used as an ingredient of many Ayurvedic formulations. Present study was carried out to evaluate physicochemical, phyto-chemical and HPTLC analysis of root of M. azedarach Linn. following standard guidelines. Results of physicochemical study revealed that, root …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmaceutical Science · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Assessment of Groundwater Quality in Rumuodara, Rivers State, Nigeria
Abstract: The assessment of groundwater quality from selected borehole in Rumuodara, Rivers State, Nigeria was evaluated. The results of the physicochemical parameters revealed that pH ranged from 6.57-6.60, temperature: 26.10-28.54oC, turbidity: 1.57-2.96NTU, conductivity: 41.24-68.44 μS/cm, salinity: 26.10-50.37mg/l, total dissolved solid: 18.9-63.14mg/l, total hardness: 38.21-48.30mg/l, alkalinity: 55.30-70.17mg/l, chloride: 28.40-75.14mg/l, sulphate: 21.50-30.60mg/l, nitrate: 1.50-3.04mg/l, phosphate: 59.24-65.40mg/l, calcium: 37.81-45.27mg/l, Iron: 0.133-0.190mg/l, sodium: 16.70- 21.13mg/l, copper: 0.22–0.50mg/l, total suspended solid: 2.94-3.60mg/l, Lead: < 0.01mg/l-2.27mg/l, zinc: …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Ecology · pp. 9–21 Read article
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A Comparative Pharmacognostical and Pharmaceutical Study of Haritaki (Treesa) and Gomutra Haritaki w.s.r to Pancha Mahabhuta Composition
Abstract: Haritaki is considered as king of the medicine. It is described as prime ingredient in many formulations with different indications. Among them, Gomutra Haritaki is processed form of Haritaki which has additional qualities over Haritaki. Maintaining quality standard is must in the era of increasing demand for traditional medicines. The present study was aimed to compare pharmacognostical and pharmaceutical profile of Gomutra Haritaki with Haritaki (Treesa) alone. Haritaki (Treesa) and …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy · Vol. 2, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 1–10 Read article
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Physico-Chemical Analysis of Chambal River water at two different sites of Rajasthan, India
Abstract: The physico-chemical properties of the Chambal River in the National Chambal Sanctuary have been investigated. In recent years, the deterioration of water quality has gradually made Chambal River water unsuitable for various beneficial uses. Maintaining and restoring the health of the river in terms of its ecological sustainability is today the logical necessity. The present study addresses physico-chemical parameters of the Chambal River in the national protected area of Rajasthan …
Published in Journal of Water Pollution & Purification Research · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 13–19 Read article
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Priliminary Pharmacognostical and Phyto-Chemical Standerdisation of Saptamrita Mishrana
Abstract: “Adolescence” as the time period between 10 and 19 years of life characterized by critical physical and psychological changes leading to adulthood. Menstruation is one of the most important changes during adolescent years. Menstrual disorders are frequent among adolescent girls as they are closely coupled with the processes involved in the pubertal development of females. Among them, Artavakshaya is most common pathological phenomena that occurs the most. Due to Rasadhatu …
Published in Trends in Drug Delivery · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 50–56 Read article
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Effect of Solid Waste Leachate on the Quality of Underground Water Around Ruhueli Dumpsite in Rumuomoi Community, Rivers State, Nigeria
Abstract: This study investigated the impact of open dumpsite leachate on groundwater quality by examining the physicochemical and microbiological properties of groundwater within the vicinity of a dumpsite in Ruhueli-Rumuomoi community, Rumuigbo, Rivers State, Nigeria. Groundwater samples were taken from three different boreholes in the study area at a distance of 30 m, 60 m and 90 m from the dumpsite. The results of the physicochemical parameters revealed that pH ranged …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Ecology · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 15–21 Read article
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Pharmaceutical Standardization and Preliminary assay of Kokilaksha (Asteracantha longifolia nees.) Ghana
Abstract: Introduction: Kokilaksha (Asteracantha longifolia Nees.) is an annual herb belonging to the acanthaceae family. In classics, Kokilaksha Kwatha (Decoction) is stated in the treatment of Nidranasha (Insomnia), Vatarakta (Gout), Shoola (Pain) and many more. Panchavidha Kashaya Kalpana (five basic preparation) are primary potent preparations of Ayurved pharmaceutics from which several additional preparations are developed as per need of time like Vati (Pills), Avaleha (Lincus), Ghana (Solidified aqueous extract), Kshara (Alkali) …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 21–29 Read article
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A Classical Drug Review, Pharmacognostical and Physicochemical Analysis on Madhupipplyadi Yoga
Abstract: The drugs of Madhupipplyadi Yoga are Tridosha Shamaka properties with Vranashodhana, Vranaropana, as well as anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, cleaning and wound healing properties. The goal of the current study was to examine the pharmacognostical, physiochemical, and detailed drug review of Madhupipplyadi Yoga as well as to verify the authenticity of the drugs used in the preparation. All Ayurvedic texts, data from web-based search engines, and journal articles were used in the …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 14–22 Read article
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Valorization of Shrimp Processing Waste by Green Methodology and its Application in Chitosan-PEG Composite Film
Abstract: Shrimp processing waste is mostly unidentified marine by product, presents considerable environmental pollution which also offers a rich but not fully exploited sources of biopolymers. The current work presents a sustainable method to convert shrimp processing waste into chitosan a biopolymer by green methodology. Isolation of chitin to chitosan from shrimp processing waste was carried through four green methodology steps i. Demineralization using citric acid ii. Deproteinization using papain iii. …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 · pp. 1154–1162 Read article
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Harnessing Marine Byproducts and Optimization of Biopolymer Extraction Quality Using Response Surface Methodology and Study of Its Physicochemical Properties
Abstract: Chitosan, a versatile biopolymer derived from chitin, holds immense potential across various industries owing to its antimicrobial, antioxidant, and biocompatible properties. This study aims to optimize the deacetylation process of chitin, sourced from shrimp shells, using Response Surface Methodology (RSM) to produce high-quality chitosan. The Box-Behnken Design (BBD) was employed to evaluate the effects of temperature, time, and alkali concentration on the degree of deacetylation (DD%), a key determinant of …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 125–139 Read article