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154 articles for “Toxic metal”
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Phytoremediation for Remediating Waste Water in Nandanpura Area, Jhansi (U. P.)
Abstract: Water is the most essential commodity in our day to day life. It is unimaginable to survive without water. Access to clean water has emerged as a major issue globally. The Nandanpura area in Jhansi faces significant challenges with wastewater management, impacting both the environment and public health. Contamination of heavy metals such as Zinc, Copper, Cadmium etc have caused a lot of harmful diseases in human beings. In order …
Published in International Journal of Pollution: Prevention & Control · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 36–46 Read article
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Studies on Trace Metal Pollution In Water of Lower Gadilam River
Abstract: The present work deals with the studies on trace metal pollution in water of lower Gadilamriver,Tamil Nadu, India. The main objectives of the proposed study are to detect the geochemical characteristics of the water sample collected from Gadilam River and to demarcate the spatial distribution of heavy metals and their influence on water of Gadilamriver and the surrounding environment. This study revealed that the enhanced concentration of trace metals in …
Published in Journal of Water Pollution & Purification Research · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 9–19 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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Understanding the Role of Remote Sensing Techniques in Monitoring Air Quality for Effective Adherence to Environmental Impact Assessment Practices in Nigeria
Abstract: The paper reviews the Nigerian Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Act, outlining the established air quality thresholds and emission caps for stationary sources. The standard applies to; common pollutants like sulphur dioxide, carbon monoxide, ozone, particulate matter and nitrogen oxides; toxic metals such as arsenic, nickel, cadmium and mercury; as well as volatile organic compounds, ammonia, antimony, zinc, formaldehyde and radon.It also describes the major classifications of remote sensing applications, including …
Published in International Journal of Satellite Remote Sensing · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Recent Trends in the Use of Chemicals in Farming and Food Processing
Abstract: Intake of food and drinks in pure form are unavoidable for the survival of life. However, there is need of serious concern towards food safety which is contaminated by the increasing environmental pollution and other ways of adulteration round the globe. Indiscriminate use of various food additives in fast growing food processing industries has created new problems instead of safeguarding the edibles. The motive behind making undue profits in these …
Published in Emerging Trends in Chemical Engineering · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 15–19 Read article
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Bioactive Glass-Ceramics: An Essential Biomaterial for Dental Restoration
Abstract: Tooth loss is an oral condition where in there is a loss/extraction of one or more tooth due to the complexity of biofilm dependent oral diseases, invasion of oral cariogenic bacteria, and/or physical damage. Dental restoration is a long-term remedy to restore the function, integrity, and morphology of the missing tooth structures using clinically approved smart restorative biomaterials in the form of dental crowns, fillers or bridges. Hence knowledge of …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Dentistry · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Health Impact due to Pollution from the Fine Chemical Manufacturing Industries Operating at Gove Industrial Belt of Bhiwandi (Maharashtra)
Abstract: The present study performed to understand the toxicity level of heavy metals like Zn+2, Ni+2, Cu+2, Cr+6, Fe+3, which are present in the industrial effluents released from fine chemical industries situated at Gove industrial belt, Bhiwandi, Maharashtra. The concentration level of Zn2+ in the present study was found to be 26.35 ppm which was above the limits of 5.0 ppm set by CPCB in industrial wastewater discharge. Such high Zn2+ …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 23–30 Read article
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Corrosion inhibitors of steel made implements
Abstract: Corrosion of steel in industrial weather is ever possible mechanism for failure by loss in weight. Of many materials steel forms most suitable property cluster for industrial infrastructure i.e. from ambient weather to acid plants. Therefore steel is to be protected from corrosion by industrial weather, which may be either by alloy formation or paints or coatings similar to paints. Alloy formation from steel with elements those produce surface adhered …
Published in Emerging Trends in Chemical Engineering · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 20–27 Read article
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Impact of Fly Ash Pollution on Quality of Agricultural Soils Around Thermal Power Station
Abstract: The coal-fired Khaparkheda Thermal Power Station (KTPS) and its fly ash pond in Nagpur District, Maharashtra, India has been responsible for serious fly ash pollution incidents of agricultural soil. The present study was carried out on the quality of soil samples around the fly ash pond and KTPS. The physicochemical and chemical characteristics of soil samples were observed to be affected due to fly ash pollution. The fertility of soil …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Ecology · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 6–17 Read article
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Comparison of Total Protein Content in the Muscles of Catla catla on Exposure to Ag and ZnO Nanoparticles and their Metal Ions
Abstract: Growing applications of nanotechnology necessitates understanding of nanotoxicity. The toxicity of nanoparticles has gained special attraction amongst various toxicological studies, but restricted data are available on its toxic effects on aquatic organisms. An attempt has been made in present investigation to determine toxicity of NPs of Ag and ZnO and their metal ions to major carp catla. Protein content in muscle tissues of the fingerlings varied with concentration of the …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Life Sciences · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Machine-Learning-Assisted Development of Polymer-Biochar Composite Adsorbents for the Removal of Heavy Metals from Gomti River Water
Abstract: Rapid urbanization, industrial discharge, and agricultural runoff pose a significant threat to freshwater sustainability and public health. Within these ecosystems, polymer pollutants—such as microplastics, nanoplastics, synthetic fibres, and additive residues—have emerged as persistent vectors capable of adsorbing and transporting toxic heavy metals. Because these polymeric contaminants dynamically interact with conventional aquatic parameters to alter pollutant mobility and ecological risk profiles, there is an urgent need to transition from passive environmental …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 4, 2026 · pp. 72–95 Read article
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Impact of Marine Pollution Threats and Conservation of Marine Biodiversity
Abstract: Ocean occupies 71% of earth’s surface and is traditionally divided into four large basins including North and South Atlantic, North and South Pacific, Arctic and Indian oceans. In India we have a vast coastal area of 7516.6 km from Kolkata to Gujarat and also many islands including Andaman and Nicobar and Lakshadweep with vast fin and shellfish biodiversity. Human interference and both natural and artificial factors pose the biggest threat …
Published in International Journal of Marine Life · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 20–24 Read article
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Steam Activated Carbon Material from the Fruit Shells of Sterculia foetida for Energy and Environmental Applications
Abstract: Steam activation of the biochar from Sterculia foetida forms a green route for the synthesis of activated carbon material with high specific surface area (1017 m2/g). The corresponding value with a chemical activating agent (K2CO3) is much lower (596 m2/g). Structural parameters of the activated carbon materials were deduced from XRD studies. Moreover the thermal stability of the activated carbon materials from steam activation is nearly 100°C higher than that …
Published in Journal of Water Pollution & Purification Research · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 23–33 Read article
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Lead Ion Removal from Water Using Fava Beans Pod-Derived Phytoadsorbents: A Green Approach
Abstract: The contamination of natural ecosystems—particularly water bodies—with harmful chemical substances poses a serious environmental threat on a global scale. Among these contaminants, toxic heavy metals such as lead, arsenic, cadmium, and mercury are especially concerning due to their non-biodegradable nature and ability to accumulate in living organisms. These metals can enter the human body through the food chain, even at trace levels, leading to various severe health issues, including neurological, …
Published in Journal of Water Pollution & Purification Research · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 53–58 Read article
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Chemical and Electrocoagulation for Chromium (VI) Removal from Galvanic Effluents
Abstract: Industrial effluents usually contain 10 to 500 mg/l Cr(VI); that according to internationalenvironmental rules must be set at permissible levels before being discharged into the environment.The upper permitted levels of chromium are 0.5 mg/l for effluent discharge and 0.01 mg/l for drinkingwater respectively. Hexavalent chromium is a very toxic heavy metal moiety occurring in variousindustrial wastewaters, such as electroplating, anodizing, tanning and dyeing effluents. Industrialeffluents may contain hundreds of mg/l …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 49–55 Read article
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Study of Adsorption of Nickel on Soil in Rural Area of Hadoti Region: An Ethical Approach to Reduce Soil Pollution
Abstract: Nickel (Ni), one of the toxic heavy metals, is widely distributed in soil and aquatic ecosystems. The chemical nature of the soil has a significant impact on the environment. The adsorption reaction of nickel in alkaline soils is the main topic of this research. The removal of Ni (II) from aqueous solutions uses soil as an adsorbent. Batch adsorption studies were used to study the effects of various factors, including …
Published in Journal of Thin Films, Coating Science Technology & Application · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 25–30 Read article
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Treatment of Dye Waste using Phytoremediation
Abstract: Textile industries are rapidly developing nowadays. There are many dyeing industries situated at Tirupur. The wastewater from these industries were directly discharged into Noyyal river without any treatment, hence the aquatic eco-system was affected. This water is rich in heavy metals used for coloring purpose. This increases the toxicity of river water. By using the process of phytoremediation, the concentration of toxicity of heavy metals is reduced. Phytoremediation is done …
Published in Journal of Water Pollution & Purification Research · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 21–25 Read article
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Cadmium and Apoptosis: A Molecular Approach
Abstract: Apoptosis, also known as programmed cell death is a highly regulated and fundamental process found in all multicellular organisms. It is not only implicated in regulatory mechanisms of cells, but has been attributed to a number of diseases, like inflammation, malignancy, autoimmunity and neuro-degeneration. A variability of pollutants can persuade apoptosis. Oncogenic transition metals like cadmium, promote apoptosis alongside DNA base modifications, strand breaks and rearrangements. Generation of reactive oxygen …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Toxicology · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 8–17 Read article
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A Review on Quantum Dots and Their Bioimaging Applications
Abstract: Quantum dots are nanoscale semiconductor crystals engineered to emit highly intense, photo-stable luminescence with quantum yields reaching 90%. Structurally, they are synthesized as single-substance core types, hetero-structured core-shell architectures for enhanced stability, or blended alloys. They are further categorized by synthesis and functional traits into colloidal, magnetic, and highly fluorescent varieties, alongside specialized silicon and eco-friendly carbon-based variants derived from organic waste. Due to their exceptional optoelectronic properties, they are …
Published in Journal of Nanoscience, NanoEngineering & Applications · Vol. 16, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 41–60 Read article
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Estimation and Study of Contamination by Elements (Ni, Cu, Mg, Sn) in Dust of Areas near Fuel Stations in Najaf Governorate
Abstract: The research focused on studying and determining the levels of pollution in dust collected from various stations in the city of Najaf near fuel situations represented by four Fuel Situations (Soor Alnajaf Situation, Reebal Situation, Alkarar Situation, Alqudus Situation ), for this we selected 4 situations for current study, to determine the levels of pollution and compare them with the internationally permitted levels of elements (nickel, copper, and magnesium). Air …
Published in International Journal of Pollution: Prevention & Control · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 6–14 Read article