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133 articles for “Physico-chemical study”
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Seasonal variation of the physicochemical quality of water of selected habitats of Khijadiya Bird Sanctuary, Gujarat, India
Abstract: AbstractKhijadiya Bird Sanctuary is a well-known wetland in Jamnagar district of Gujarat, India, recognised for its rich avifaunal and aquatic biodiversity. The sanctuary is one of its kind exhibiting a mosaic of unique habitats with fresh water on one side and salt pans on other side. As the wetland type and morphology are highly variable documentation of such wetlands are essential. There have been only a few studies on seasonal …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Life Sciences · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 43–55 Read article
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Polymeric Ion-Exchange Complexes of Carbomer for Taste Masking and Enhanced Drug Bioavailability: A Physicochemical and In Vivo Study
Abstract: Famotidine (FAM) was recognized as a crystalline powder that varies in color from white to pale yellow and possesses an extremely bitter flavor. This study aimed to conceal the unpleasant flavor of FAM through employing unconventional ion-exchange resins sourced from Carbomer polymer Evaluation (Carbopol 974P). We used FTIR, DSC, and XRD to look at the drug-resin combination in its hard form to learn more about its physical and chemical properties. …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 727–740 Read article
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The Effects of Physiochemical Parameters and Microbial Counts on Metal Coupons Corrosions in Freshwater Environment at Different Water Depths
Abstract: The effect of water quality on metal coupon corrosion was investigated at the New Calabar River in Choba. The study examined metal corrosion rates at five different depths: 30 cm, 60 cm, 90 cm, 120 cm, and 150 cm in a freshwater environment. Water samples were collected at each depth and analyzed for physicochemical and microbial parameters to understand their impact on metal degradation. Key parameters measured included pH, Electrical …
Published in Journal of Water Pollution & Purification Research · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 31–51 Read article
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Study of Groundwater Quality in Shallow Tubewells of Bhubaneswar City Using WQI Method
Abstract: Shallow groundwater is extremely vulnerable owing to overexploitation, anthropogenic activities, and environmental effects. Declining quality of groundwater poses an enormous risk for human health and the entire ecosystem. Nearly 50 per cent urban water supply is contributed by groundwater in Indian cities. Since Bhubaneswar shares a similar scenario where 34 out of 67 wards are partially covered with municipal water supply and the residents of these areas are largely dependent …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 559–574 Read article
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Evaluating Groundwater Suitability for Both Domestic and Agricultural Uses in Shaligowraram Mandal, Nalgonda District, Telangana State
Abstract: Groundwater is the primary source of drinking and irrigation water in semi-arid regions of India, making its quality assessment essential for sustainable water resource management. This study evaluates the hydrogeochemical characteristics and suitability of groundwater in Shaligowraram Mandal, Nalgonda District, Telangana, India. A total of 42 groundwater samples were collected during the pre- and post-monsoon seasons to assess seasonal variations in groundwater chemistry. The samples were analyzed for major physico-chemical …
Published in Journal of Water Resource Engineering and Management · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 8–18 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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A Physicochemical Analysis of Ground Water from Few Selected Areas of Maharashtra, India
Abstract: Water is one of the valuable natural resource known on Earth. It is important to all living organisms of different ecological systems, human health, food production and economic development. Release of hazardous waste disposals such as synthetic agricultural chemicals, weathering of rocks , leaching of soils, human activities such as littering of plastic bags, used water bottles, mining processes, etc…toxic wastes from various industries in water bodies is a serious …
Published in Journal of Water Pollution & Purification Research · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 36–42 Read article
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Design and Evaluation of Thermo-Responsive Poly(N-isopropylacrylamide)-Based Polymeric Nanoparticles for Temperature-Triggered Intratumoral Release of Doxorubicin in Solid Tumors
Abstract: Thermo-responsive polymeric systems have emerged as promising platforms for targeted intratumoral drug delivery in cancer therapy. This study aimed to develop and evaluate poly(N-isopropylacrylamide) (PNIPAM)-based polymeric nanoparticles as intelligent carriers for temperature-responsive delivery of doxorubicin (DOX) to solid tumors. Nanoparticles were synthesized via free radical polymerization using N-isopropylacrylamide as a thermoresponsive monomer and N,N′-methylenebisacrylamide as a crosslinker, forming a stable network with a tunable lower critical solution temperature (LCST).The optimized …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 4, 2026 · pp. 159–168 Read article
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Vermicomposting of Terrestrial Weeds: An Approach for Sustainable Agriculture and Solid Waste Management
Abstract: Abstract This study was designed to find out the feasibility of vermicomposting terrestrial weed Lantanacamara. Plastic caret has been used to design compost pit and both the weeds has been mixed in 1:1 ratio. Five different concentrations of weeds mixture and cow dung have been prepared and Eiseniafetida is used for vermicomposting. Physico-chemical parameters of the sample are analyzed after 45, 60 and 90 days. In all the treatments, variation …
Published in Journal of Water Pollution & Purification Research · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 23–27 Read article
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Development and Assessment of a Nutraceutical Herbal Soft Drink
Abstract: The objective of this research was to develop and assess a nutraceutical herbal soft drink as a healthier alternative to conventional soft drinks, which have been scrutinized for their potential health risks due to high consumption rates. With an increasing number of individuals looking for healthier drink options, this study introduced a soft drink crafted from traditional herbs known for their nutritional benefits. The primary ingredients chosen for this soft …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmaceutical Science · Vol. 15, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 37–43 Read article
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Synthesis, physicochemical and FTIR characterization of vegetable oil-based polyol from (Ximenia americana) seed oil.
Abstract: AbstractTo source for alternatives vegetable oil in the production of polyol, oil was extracted from Ximenia americana seed, and the oil yield was recorded to be 51%. Using standard methods, X. americana seed oil (XSO) was analyzed for its refractive index, density, acid value, peroxide value, iodine value and viscosity, and the results obtained were 1.3680, 0.867 g/cm3, 0.2805 mg KOH/g, 31.33 meqO2/kg, 92.46 mgI2/100 g, 225.23 Cp (at 25°C), …
Published in Journal of Modern Chemistry & Chemical Technology · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 23–28 Read article
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Synthesis of Magnetically Recoverable Nickel (II) Complex-Functionalized Fe3O4@ISNA (ISNA= Isonicotinic acid) Nanomaterials: Catalytic Studies on Nitrophenol Reduction and TD- DFT Studies
Abstract: In this study, we aimed to develop a novel, environmentally sustainable, and magnetically separable heterogeneous nanocatalyst, denoted as Fe3O4@ISNA@NiL (where L represents the ligand). The synthesis involved a two-step process, first, isonicotinic acid was chemically grafted onto the surface of iron oxide nanoparticles (Fe3O4) to introduce functional groups capable of further chemical modification. Subsequently, a nickel(II) Schiff base monomeric complex was anchored onto the modified surface, resulting in a nanocatalyst …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 88–96 Read article
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Investigation of the Effects of Physicochemical Behaviour, Design, and Contaminants on Corrosion Mechanisms for Coatings
Abstract: Advanced coating systems have been developed to address the challenges of coating life and corrosion mechanisms in various industries. These coating systems are designed to provide enhanced protection, prolong the lifespan of coated surfaces, and reduce the effects of corrosion. A corrosion study with respect to contaminants (water soluble salts like sulphates, chlorides and nitrates etc.), design of the components (macro and micro defects developed due to improper design and …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 44–54 Read article
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Analysis of Groundwater Quality Parameters of Kandra River Basin of Panhala Tehsil, Kolhapur District, Maharashtra
Abstract: The Kandra river basin occupies an area of about 148 sq. km. in Kolhapur District of Maharashtra. The area lies between Long. 740 0′ 9″ E to 740 05′ 12″ E and Lat. 160 45′ 10″ N to 160 50′ 10″ N in Survey of India Toposheet no. 47L/1. The study area is mainly underlain by Deccan basaltic flows. Quaternary and recent formations are confined mainly to the river valleys. …
Published in Journal of Remote Sensing & GIS · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 65–69 Read article
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Some Physiological Aspects of the Fresh Water Fish Channa Orientalis (Sch.)
Abstract: The fishes and their diseases have importance in life of human due to its high nutritive value. Phosphate and Chloride is an important chemical constituent of fishes which plays important role in the development and metabolism of fish. The present investigation was carried out to study the chloride content and phosphate content of Channa orientalis. It was observed that, phosphate was responsible for metabolism and chloride is an important ionic …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Toxicology · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 22–26 Read article
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Synthesis of Magnetically Recoverable Nickel (II) Complex-Functionalized Fe 3 O 4 @ISNA (ISNA= Isonicotinic acid) Nanomaterials: Catalytic Studies on Nitrophenol Reduction and TD- DFT Studies
Abstract: In this study, we aimed to develop a novel, environmentally sustainable, and magnetically separable heterogeneous nanocatalyst, denoted as Fe 3 O 4 @ISNA@NiL (where L represents the ligand). The synthesis involved a two-step process, first, isonicotinic acid was chemically grafted onto the surface of iron oxide nanoparticles (Fe 3 O 4 ) to introduce functional groups capable of further chemical modification. Subsequently, a nickel(II) Schiff base monomeric complex was anchored …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 9, 2024 Read article
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The Change in Physico-chemical, Biochemical and Microbiological Parameters of White, Green, Black and Oolong Tea during Storage in Different Packaging with Different Desiccants
Abstract: Tea is commercially important cash crop. The shelf life of tea is a major concern of tea industries. Different types of tea like White, Oolong, Green and Black tea have some individually distinct quality parameters like physico-chemical, biochemical and microbial content, which are changed (deteriorated) during storage-and the trend of changes are also distinct for each type. Use of different packaging materials along with different desiccant like silica, calcium chloride …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Microbiology and Virology · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 38–48 Read article
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Effect of Artemia on the Reduction of Alkali Metals from the Distillery Effluent
Abstract: AbstractThe present study evaluates the feasibility of using Artemia as a bioaccumulator in reducing toxic concentrates of the distillery effluent collected from the industrial area, near Chennai. Generally, the distillery effluent contains a very high amount of alkali metals (Sodium, Potassium, Calcium and Magnesium). Artemia being an efficient environmental adapter was able to thrive in the distillery effluent for 72 h. The physico-chemical parameters such as pH, salinity of the …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Ecology · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2014 · pp. 15–19 Read article
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Environmental implications of Chitosan nanostructures.
Abstract: Chitosan (CS), as a biopolymer, has unrivalled chemical and mechanical modification capabilities to develop novel characteristics, functions, and applications, particularly in the manufacture of cutting-edge membrane adsorbents. Membrane adsorbents utilizing carbon starch (CS) have emerged as a viable and efficient engineering instrument for eliminating diverse pollutants from aquatic settings, including heavy metals and dyes. To date, much study has been directed towards improving the adsorptive characteristics, permeability, physicochemical stability, and …
Published in International Journal of Antibiotics · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 42–58 Read article
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Assessment of Water Quality along River Ethiope, Delta State
Abstract: The environment, economic growth, and human health all depend on the quantity and quality of water supplies. Given this, the significance of water quality monitoring cannot be overstated.This study was aimed at assessing the water quality of River Ethiope. To achieve this, surface water samples were collected from Ethiope River along its banks at the following towns; Umuaja (SWI), Ebedie (SW2), Abraka (SW3), Sapele (SW4) and Ughara (SW5) axis during …
Published in Journal of Modern Chemistry & Chemical Technology · Vol. 16, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 8–16 Read article