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Degradation of Phenolic Compound’s in Annular Photo-Reactor Using H2O2/UV Process
Abstract: Advance oxidation process is one of the best treatment applications for the remediation of water, waste water, odour, sludge and traditionally used for the removal of organic contaminant. The advance oxidation process introduced UV mediate process where an oxidant and UV frequency are applied. This process uses the photo chemical oxidation of phenol in a batch recycle photochemical reactor using UV irradiation/hydrogen peroxide. In this paper, the parameters used such …
Published in Journal of Water Pollution & Purification Research · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 10–13 Read article
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Adsorption of Chromium (VI) Ions in Aqueous Solutions by Tea Waste and Sawdust as a Low Cost Adsorbent
Abstract: The chromium (VI) ions from aqueous solutions by two adsorbents i.e. tea waste and sawdust was studied under a batch mode. An initial pH of 2.5 was most favorable for chromium (VI) removal by both the adsorbents. The results obtained for the final concentration of chromium (VI) at a pH range of 2-8 indicated that a combined effect of adsorption and reduction was involved in the chromium (VI) removal especially …
Published in Journal of Water Pollution & Purification Research · Vol. 2, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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Groundwater Quality and Its Suitability Assessment for Irrigation and Drinking in Different Aquifers of Faridpur, Bangladesh
Abstract: Abstract Thirty five groundwater samples were collected to appraise the chemical constituents in order to classify them on the basis of their suitability for irrigation and drinking. The considered water quality parameters are pH, EC, TDS, calcium, magnesium, sodium, potassium, iron, manganese, boron, sulphate, bicarbonate, chloride, sodium adsorption ratio, residual sodium carbonate, soluble sodium percentage, Kelly’s ratio, magnesium percentage and hardness. All the water samples were neutral to slightly alkaline …
Published in Journal of Water Pollution & Purification Research · Vol. 2, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 5–14 Read article
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Bacterial Densities and Physicochemical Qualities of Surface Water Sources in Some Selected Communities of Ekiti State
Abstract: Abstract The present study attempts to bring on acute awareness among the people about the quality of surface water samples used for drinking in selected communities of Ekiti State. The experiment analyses their bacterial density and physicochemical parameters such as pH, (7.2–8.1), temperature (22.2–29.0°C) conductivity (6–49 µs/cm), total dissolved solids (0.045–163 mg/L), total suspended solids (0.014–102 mg/L), total hardness (40–102 mg/L), biological oxygen demand (2.3–10.4 mg/L), nitrate (1.7–21.34 mg/L), phosphate …
Published in Journal of Water Pollution & Purification Research · Vol. 2, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 19–29 Read article
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Bioremediation: Removal of Pb2+, Cr3+ and Cd2+ from Aqueous Solution using Immobilized Ficus sycomorus Leaves
Abstract: Abstract This study investigated the effectiveness of immobilized Ficus sycomorus leaves (IFSL) for the removal of Pb2+, Cr3+ and Cd2+ions from waste water. The immobilization of Ficus sycomorus leaves was achieved by entrapping it within a polymeric matrix of calcium alginate. Sorption capacity (in percentage) of IFSL was determined from the decrease in the concentration of aqueous solutions of Pb2+, Cr3+ and Cd2+ with reference to the final concentrations of …
Published in Journal of Water Pollution & Purification Research · Vol. 2, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 30–40 Read article
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Bioremediation: Sorption of Cu2+, Fe3+, Mn2+, and Zn2+ Using Immobilized Ficus Sycomorus Leaves Biomass
Abstract: Abstract Sorption of Fe3+, Mn2+, Zn2+, and Cu2+ by immobilized Ficus sycomorus leaves (IFSL) in aqueous solution was studied in this work. The sorption capacity (in percentage) was calculated with respect to the remnant ion concentration, determined using atomic absorption spectrophotometer (AAS) and these were obtained for the metal ions as follows; Fe3+: 99.84±0.0015%, Mn2+: 99.97±0.0005%, Zn2+: 84.10±0.0094% andCu2+: 94.32±0.0033%. Some conditions that influence the sorption capacity of metal ions …
Published in Journal of Water Pollution & Purification Research · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 6–13 Read article
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Life Cycle Costing of Sewage Treatment Plant
Abstract: Abstract In this fast growing life, every industry and organization needs proper management for time, money, resources, and material. Time and cash management is most necessary for construction industry. Life cycle costing (LCC) is a process of evaluating the economic performance of a structure over its entire life. The process of identifying and documenting all the costs involved over the life of as asset is known as life cycle costing. …
Published in Journal of Water Pollution & Purification Research · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 20–24 Read article
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Life Cycle Costing of Water Treatment Plant in the Nashik City
Abstract: Abstract Life Cycle Costing (LCC) is a valuable technique, which is used for predicting and assessing the cost performance of the assets. This paper has presented the Life Cycle Costing (LCC) of 50 MLD Water Treatment Plant (WTP) located at Nilgiri Bagh, Nashik which was constructed and started operating in July, 2015. The study period for the LCC analysis is taken as 30 years. The main objectives of the paper …
Published in Journal of Water Pollution & Purification Research · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 25–30 Read article
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Treatment of Car Washing Unit Wastewater by Electrocoagulation
Abstract: Abstract Enormous amount of water is being used to wash a car. With the increase in number of cars day-by-day, the quantity of water being used to wash cars is also increasing. Generally, effluent from car washing units is discharged into public sewers without treatment. In this study, the wastewater from a car washing unit was collected in a bulk quantity and characterized. It was treated with the electrocoagulation process …
Published in Journal of Water Pollution & Purification Research · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 17–23 Read article
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The Impacts of Fluoride Contamination in Groundwater on Public Health in India: Evidence from Skeletal Diseases and Dental Diseases
Abstract: Abstract The objective of this paper is to examine the potential effects of fluoride exposure by analyzing the influence of fluoride contamination in drinking water on health outcomes across various districts of India. The paper will mainly highlight two health outcomes- dental diseases and skeletal diseases. This study also examine the health impacts associated with fluoride contaminated water across the different considered samples with the inclusion of additional demographic and …
Published in Journal of Water Pollution & Purification Research · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 43–60 Read article
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Effects of Introducing Cylindrical Ceramic Packing into a Single Slope Solar Distillation Unit
Abstract: Abstract Water is important for all life forms on earth-plants, animals and human being, etc. For fresh water necessities, humanity relies on rivers, ponds, lakes and underground water reservoirs. The available fresh water on earth is mounted; however the demand of fresh water is exaggerated owing to growth and speedy industrial enterprise. Therefore, there is a great need of proper water purification technique with less price. During this situation, solar …
Published in Journal of Water Pollution & Purification Research · Vol. 3, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 1–14 Read article
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Biosorption of Cd2+, Cu2+ and Pb2+ Using Immobilized Moringa oleifera Leaves
Abstract: Abstract In demonstration of the effectiveness of immobilized Moringa oleifera (M. oleifera) leaves (IMOL) for the removal of metal ions from waste water, the leaves of M. Oleifera were immobilized by entrapping them within a polymeric matrix of calcium alginate. The concentration of residual metal ions after sorption was determined using atomic absorption spectrophotometer (AAS). The result of sorption capacity of Cd2+, Cu2+ and Pb2+ were found to be 99.59±0.061, …
Published in Journal of Water Pollution & Purification Research · Vol. 3, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 23–28 Read article
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Microbial Degradation of Phenol: A Review
Abstract: Abstract Microorganisms have enormous potential to remove toxic organic compounds present in waste water due to its potential to metabolize these molecules. The presence of phenol and its derivatives is increasing in water resources due to its extensive applications. Microorganisms have been widely utilized to reduce the level of phenol in waste water. Different bacterial and fungal strains have been successfully studied to reduce the level of phenol in water. …
Published in Journal of Water Pollution & Purification Research · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 17–22 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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Solid Waste Management in Gomti River Basin in Response to Rapid Urbanization: A Review of Existing Infrastructure
Abstract: Abstract The rapid economic growth along with development and expansion of urban infrastructure with improper design is leading to various problems for management of several components of infrastructure. Management of rapidly growing municipal solid waste (MSW) is one of the major challenges along with lack of maintenance of sewerage systems, sewage treatment plants, proper collection and disposal of waste. Due to change in lifestyle and increase in per capita income, …
Published in Journal of Water Pollution & Purification Research · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 13–18 Read article
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The Efficiency Evaluation of Applying Poly Ferric Sulfate and Perlite for Filtration
Abstract: Abstract The horrible quality of water from sand filters leads us to study on the basis and sieving for this sort of filtration. In addition, we assessed surface charges in the style of four samples regarding chemical treatment from two areas before going to water treatment plant and from output. Our inspection demonstrated that the combination of perlite and certain dosage of poly ferric sulfate with the filter surface 60% …
Published in Journal of Water Pollution & Purification Research · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 19–23 Read article
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Water Footprint for Integrated Steel Plant—JSW Steel Ltd, Ballari
Abstract: Abstract Due to industrialization, there is an increase in the consumption of fresh water, but water is a finite resource. It is necessary to account the quantity of water use and water consumption as well as impact of production process on the water resources. Water footprint study is conducted for JSW Vijayanagara, for sustainability development. Water footprint is an indicator of fresh water consumption, expressing the environmental impacts, not only …
Published in Journal of Water Pollution & Purification Research · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 24–32 Read article
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Hydrothermal synthesis of ZnS for efficient photodegradation of Malachite green
Abstract: In this work, ZnS nanoparticles were prepared by hydrothermal method. Various characterization techniques such as X-ray diffraction (XRD), UV-visible optical spectroscopy and FT-IR spectra were used to study the structural, composition and optical properties of synthesized nanoparticles. The XRD pattern showed that the prepared ZnS nanoparticles have a cubic zinc blende structure. The band gap is calculated from absorption spectra with the help of Taucplot and is found to be …
Published in Journal of Nanoscience, NanoEngineering & Applications · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 11–15 Read article
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Preparation and Characterisation of Activated Carbon from Rice Husk and its Polyvinylpyrrolidone (PVP) Composite for Heavy Metal Removal from Simulated Wastewater
Abstract: AbstractRemoval of heavy metals from industrial wastewater is of importance due to rapid increase in global industrial activities. This investigation deals with the preparation of adsorbentactivated carbon from agricultural waste material such as coconut shell, orange peel, ricehusk, peanut husk and sawdust to remove heavy metals from wastewater. The abundance and availability of rice husk, an agricultural waste, make them as a good source for precursor of activated carbon. Hence, …
Published in Journal of Water Pollution & Purification Research · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 10–15 Read article
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Skeletal Fluorosis in Populace of Deoli Tehsil (Tonk District), Rajasthan, India
Abstract: ABSTRACT:Fluorosis is a slow, progressive, crippling malady, which affects every organ, tissue and cells in the body and results in health complaints having overlapping manifestations with several other diseases. Fluoride contents enter into the body by water, food, fluoride dust, air fumes, drugs, cosmetics, industrial fluoride and neighbourhood. The consumption of fluoride in high level of 1.5 ppm leads to cases of skeletal fluorosis. For this purpose, 130 samples were …
Published in Journal of Water Pollution & Purification Research · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 24–28 Read article