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267 articles for “physical and chemical property”
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Physico-Chemical Analysis of Soil Quality Parameters in Tamilnadu Region An Analytical Approach Towards Life on Land -SDG 15
Abstract: This study examines the physico-chemical properties of soil in Tamilnadu region, supporting SDG 15’s framework for sustainable land management. Soil, as a vital non-living component, plays a crucial role in ecosystem functioning by facilitating nutrient cycling, retaining water, and supporting habitats for a wide range of organisms. The research analysis key physical parameters (colour, texture, structure, porosity, density, consistency, temperature) and chemical properties, focusing on both macro and micronutrients. Various …
Published in International Journal of Solid State Innovations & Research · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 9–15 Read article
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Detailed Study On Physical Properties Of Silicon Nitride Films Deposited By Plasma Enhanced Chemical Vapour Deposition System
Abstract: Amorphous silicon nitride films have been deposited by radio frequency plasma enhanced chemical vapor deposition (RF-PECVD) technique using silane (SiH4) and ammonia (NH3) as source gases. Investigations have been made in detail to understand the influence of process parameters such as RF power, substrate temperature, gas flow ratio, working pressure etc, on the optical, electrical and surface properties in order to obtain dielectric Si3N4 films for semiconductor device applications. Amorphous …
Published in Journal of Thin Films, Coating Science Technology & Application · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 1–8 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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The Factors that Cause Water Pollution: Issues and Remedies
Abstract: Water, a vital and indispensable natural resource, plays a fundamental role in sustaining life on Earth. Known as a universal solvent, it supports a wide range of essential life processes. Its uses span various sectors, including drinking, household needs, industrial production, power generation, and agricultural irrigation. The significance of maintaining clean and safe water supplies cannot be overstated, as it directly influences human health, environmental stability, and socioeconomic development. This …
Published in Journal of Water Pollution & Purification Research · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 1–16 Read article
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Quality of Surface and Ground Water Around Machenahalli Indutrial Estate Between Bhadravathi and Shimoga Cities, Karnataka, India
Abstract: This study is done to analyse the physic-chemical properties of surface and ground water around Machenahalli industrial area. About seven surface water and nine ground water samples were collected and analysed for physico-chemical parameters like pH, EC (Electrical conductivity), Ca, TH, Mg, Na, K2O, SO4, CO3, HCO3 Cl and TDS (Total dissolve solid). And these results were compared with the drinking water standards of ISI (2003) and WHO (2004).For the …
Published in Journal of Water Resource Engineering and Management · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 36–40 Read article
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Recycling of Waste Generator Oils by Different Treatment Methods
Abstract: Engine oils with wide range of viscosities are used to lubricate an engine’s moving parts in different industrial units. Used engine oils are considered hazardous wastes because of their high content of pollutant ,thermal degradation products from the base oil and additives and combustion products from fuel and lubricant. The used oil still contains a large proportion of valuable base oil that may be used to formulate new lubricants if …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 2, Issue 1-3, 2012 · pp. 103–115 Read article
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Graph Theoretic Analysis of Cyclodextrin Polymers
Abstract: Topological indicators in chemical graph theory are essential tools in cheminformatics, providing valuable insights into molecular structure and properties to make more accurate predictions about the behavior and efficacy of novel compounds in drug design. The macro molecules are correlated with certain derivatives. The derivatives are growing structures which depends on the cyclic structures. The Cyclodextrin is one of the cyclic structures which depends on the carbon atoms. The polymer …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 997–1006 Read article
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Development of Plum Powder Fortified Biscuit
Abstract: The research intended to explore the possibility of fortifying the wheat flour and plum powder to formulate the nutritional biscuit which has the ability to improve the quality of food products due to various nutritional properties. Supplementation of plum powder was tried at different ratios (wheat flour:plum powder) 100:00(WF:PP), 95:5(WF:PP), 90:10(WF:PP) and 85:15(WF:PP). Prepared biscuit is subjected to sensory, physico-chemical and microbiological analysis to evaluate the suitability of biscuit for …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Food Science & Technology · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 28–31 Read article
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FT-IR Analysis of Single Walled Carbon Nanotubes based PA12/PMMA Nanocomposites
Abstract: Development of new polymer composites for different applications is gaining interest. In this context, the author has synthesized novel blends and its nanocomposites consisting of Polyamide12 (PA12), Poly methyl methacrylate (PMMA), functionalized and non-functionalized carbon nanotubes by using melt extrusion, followed by injection molding technique. To understand molecular interaction among the blend components, these composites, namely PA12/PMMA blend and PA12/PMMA/SWCNT, SWCNT-OH, SWCNT-COOH nanocomposites are characterized by infrared spectroscopic (IR) methods. …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Physics · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 75–82 Read article
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Processing and Properties of Corn Starch based Thermoplastic Matrix for Green Composites: A Review
Abstract: New trend is emerging in development of renewable materials such as green composites which are having wide variety of applications. With growing interest and importance, the use thermoplastic starch based bio-polymers has led to more focus on the use of locally available materials. When corn starch based thermoplastic matrix is reinforced with natural fibers, desired physical-chemical properties can be achieved through melt processing. The effect of plasticizers plays vital role …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 17–21 Read article
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Development of Shelf-stable Oral Rehydration Drink with Whey and Red seaweed (Kappaphycus alvarezii)
Abstract: The present study aimed at developing a whey based oral rehydration drink (ORD) incorporated with red seaweed. The ORD was formulated with seaweed, sodium chloride, potassium chloride and sugar at the concentrations of 1.0 w/v%, 0.20 w/v%, 0.075 w/v% and 15 w/v% respectively and a whey:water ratio of 1:1.5. The ORD with 1.0 w/v% seaweed obtained the highest overall sensorial acceptability. This drink was further subjected to storage study for …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Dairy Science and Technology · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 20–27 Read article
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Synthesis and characterization of mesoporous silica supported Pt catalysts for Decalin dehydrogenation
Abstract: Hydrogen, potentially very attractive energy source as its combustion forms only water in addition to energy. Hydrogen is the cleanest source of fuel. Decalin consists of considerable high hydrogen contents of 7.3 wt% and 64.8 kg H2 /m3 is an excellent mobile storage source for hydrogen. In this work, SBA-15 and carbon modified SBA-15 supported 1wt% Pt catalysts were synthesized and characterized for vapour phase dehydrogenation of decalin. About 154 …
Published in Journal of Catalyst & Catalysis · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 12–21 Read article
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Extraction and Characterization of an Eco-Friendly Surfactant for Its Use in Enhanced Oil Recovery
Abstract: Experimental studies have been performed to explore the suitability of an eco-friendly surfactant in enhanced oil recovery. In this respect, herbal surfactant has been isolated from soap nut and characterized by its morphology and physico-chemical properties. The extracted surfactant reduces the interfacial tension significantly over a wide range of concentrations. A series of flooding experiments have been carried out using the extracted surfactant and substantial incremental recoveries have been observed …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2013 · pp. 20–29 Read article
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Physicochemical Characterization of Niger crude for processing and transport
Abstract: Niger crude oil physic chemical properties which influence it processing and flow behavior was investigated in this study. The bulk characterization includes specific gravity, viscosity, pour point, freezing point, wax content, sulfur content, SARA fraction and the Colloidal Instability Index analyses. Results indicate that the crude oil is paraffinic, light and sweet with high wax content (24.8%).The rheological behavior studied from the viscosity variation show that it is very viscous …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 38–43 Read article
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A Technical review on Solidification cracking behaviour and susceptibility of aluminum alloy weld
Abstract: The paper deals with the physical, chemical properties along with important aluminum applications. Various defects are generated while welding of aluminum alloys one of the severe defect is cracks. Solidification and liquation cracks are generated at various zones of metals. Different mechanical and metallurgical factors affecting the solidification cracking. A variety of weldability tests like Varestraint test, Transvarestraint test, The Cast Pin Tear test, Hot Ductility test, Strain-To-Fracture test, Reheat …
Published in Trends in Mechanical Engineering & Technology · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 77–84 Read article
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Adsorption of Lead Ions on Tea Waste Adsorbent
Abstract: Abstract In 2015 Indian Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi focused more on clean and green India. On behalf of it an effective tea waste collected from Hotel Rudrapratap Tomar Purani Chhawani, Gwalior, MP, India. This hotel generated tea waste of 10000 kg per month. In Nov 2015 it generated tea waste of about 29000 kg which created tremendous problems, particularly by environmental pollution control board. Characterization of the adsorbents showed …
Published in Journal of Water Pollution & Purification Research · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Purificaton and Characterization of Laccase from White-rot Fungi Ganoderma sp.
Abstract: The main objective of this project is to characterize and purify the laccase (benzenediol: oxygen oxidoreductase) enzyme from white-rot fungi Ganoderma sp. The enzymes is purified by ammonium sulphate precipitation and dialysis and further purified by column chromatography. This laccase is run on SDS-PAGE and molecular mass is determined. Finally physico-chemical properties like optimum pH; temperature, inhibition and substrate specificity of purified enzyme is also studied.
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Biotechnology · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2011 · pp. 1–10 Read article
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Homology Modeling and in silico Characterization of a Hypothetical Protein of Arabidopsis lyrata ssp. Lyrata
Abstract: Arabidopsis lyrata, a plant belonging to brassicaceae, is a model organism for studying evolutionary and ecological genetics. Most of the proteins of this plant have remained uncharacterized and their functional roles are still to be elucidated. In this investigation, we have attempted to characterize one such hypothetical protein in terms of its physico-chemical properties, secondary and tertiary structure features by in silico study. The protein was classified under glycoside hydrolase …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Biotechnology · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2013 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Concentration of Surfactant in Microemulsions as Novel Drug Delivery Systems
Abstract: Microemulsions are clear, stable, isotropic thermodynamically stable systems mixtures of oil, water and ,surfactant frequently in combination with a cosurfactant. Microemulsion system has acceptable potential to act as a drug delivery vehicle by putting a wide range of drug molecules. It has most effective advantage like excellent thermodynamic stability, high drug solubilization capacity, improved oral bioavailability and protection against enzymatic hydrolysis. Surfactant based chemical systems have been reported in many …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Drug Formulation, Development and Production · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 8–15 Read article
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Soil Parameters Analysis of Al-Najaf City in Iraq: Case Study
Abstract: The soil properties are an important parameter for architectural and structural design of structures. Al-Najaf city in Iraq is a famous tourist destination, so in the last one decade a number of multistory buildings, bridges, highways, schools, hospitals, etc. have been constructed. This study investigates the properties of the soil to give a base data, which can be used for the future construction design. The physical and chemical soil properties …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 56–62 Read article