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Occurrence and Fate of Polychlorinated Biphenyls in Water and Sediments: A Case Study of Bodo River in Ogoni, River State Nigeria

J. O. Ogbuagu, U. E. Ukpai, A. P. Okeke & E. N. Obi · Asian Journal of Applied Chemistry Research · 2021

Contamination of water bodies due to the presence of persistent organic pollutant (POPs) has been a major concern in the environment. In this study, the concentration of Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs) and Heavy metals in sediments and water samples in Bodo River were studied. S...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajacr/2021/v10i3-430237

Electrochemical Synthesis, and Electrochromic Properties of Poly(2-(9H-Carbazol-9-yl)acetic acid) Film

H. E. Elkhidr, M. H. Awad & Khaled A. Hreeba · Asian Journal of Applied Chemistry Research · 2021

A poly(2-(9H-carbazol-9-yl) acetic acid) thin-film was formed on the surface of a platinum (Pt) electrode by oxidative electropolymerization of a new carbazole derivative. Electrochemical polymerization was performed in reaction medium containing monomer and 0.1 M TBABF4 mixture...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajacr/2021/v10i230234

Impact of Packaging Materials and Storage Temperatures on the Quality of Sugarcane Molasses (Black Honey)

A. H. Abdel Reheem, M. A. Kenawi, H. M. Ali & S. M. Hussien · Asian Journal of Applied Chemistry Research · 2021

Sugarcane molasses is defined as a product obtained from the concentration of sugarcane juice. This product is accepted in the Egyptian market and can be used as a sweetener instead of refined sugar. The packaging materials and storage temperature affect the quality properties of...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajacr/2021/v10i230233

Bio-based Products for Water-in-Crude Oil Emulsification/Demulsification Processes: An Update

Okoye Ogechi & Onyewuchi Akaranta · Asian Journal of Applied Chemistry Research · 2021

There has been an increase in demand for green demulsifiers that will be as effective as the chemical demulsifiers but without the negative environmental effects. This demand has been partly addressed with the production of some bio-based demulsifiers. It is of importance to know...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajacr/2021/v10i230232

Knowledge and Attitude towards Label Claim and Health Benefits of Dark Chocolates among Customers of Oman—Cross-Sectional Survey

Nirmala Halligudi, Mullaicharam Bhupathyraaj, Saleem Desai, Alaa Mohammed Bait Ateeq, Saja Yaareb Abdullah & Muna Salim Al Rahbi · Asian Journal of Applied Chemistry Research · 2021

Dark chocolate is one of the most studied foods in the recent period due to its potential effects and health benefits. Admittedly, people's attitudes and acceptance of dark chocolate are still unknown. The cross-sectional study was aimed to determine the usage and effect of dark...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajacr/2021/v10i230230

Electronic Structure of Two New Bis-Schiff Base Ligands using DFT Method

Elham Abdalrahem Bin Selim, Mohammed Hadi Al–Douh, Hassan Hadi Abdullah & Dahab Salim Al–Nohey · Asian Journal of Applied Chemistry Research · 2021

Two bis-Schiff Bases 1 and 2 are ligands that can coordinate with manganese metal to form stable complexes and have biological activity. Thermodynamic parameters, HOMO-LUMO energy levels and FTIR spectra of two ligands have been computed using B3LYP/6-311++G(d,p) functional of th...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajacr/2021/v10i230231

Development of Poly Herbal Cream Formulations Containing Wild Growing Omani Medicinal Plants

Mullaicharam Bhupathyraaj, Lakshmi Sreenath, Hanan Obaid Al-Habsi & Nirmala Halligudi · Asian Journal of Applied Chemistry Research · 2021

Acne is derived from the Greek word “acme” which means “prime of life”. It is mostly considered to be benign and self-limiting condition but if it is ignored than it can progress to lifetime presence and scaring of the skin. Almost 85% of adolescence are affected by acne and from...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajacr/2021/v10i130229

Solvo-thermal Assisted-Synthesis; Experimental and Theoretical Characterization; and Biological Evaluations of Azo-Chelator-Ligand Chelates of Fe(II) and Zn(II) ions

Festus Chioma · Asian Journal of Applied Chemistry Research · 2021

Background and Objectives: The resistance of microbes against anti-bacteriological drugs leading to countless deaths and terminal ailments remains a basis for concern. Hence, the main interest of this study was to design, synthesize and report unusual compounds with basic hydroph...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajacr/2021/v10i130228

Pollution Status and Health Risk Assessment of Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons in Surface Water, Sediment and Fish from Ezu-River, Anaku, Anambra State, Nigeria

J. O. Ogbuagu, E. N. Obi, A. P. Okeke & U. E. Ukpai · Asian Journal of Applied Chemistry Research · 2021

The distribution of the sixteen polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) was studied in surface water, sediment and three fish species (African catfish (Clarias gariepinus), Trout fish (Mormyrus rume) and Hetrobranchus longefilis) from Ezu-river, Anaku, Anambra State, Nigeria. The...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajacr/2021/v10i130227

Quartz Reinforced Unsaturated Polyester Resin Composites: Preparation and Characterization

Sujan Kanti Das, Mithun Rani Nath, Rajib Chandra Das, Manas Mondal & Snahasis Bhowmik · Asian Journal of Applied Chemistry Research · 2021

Compression molding has produced quartz-reinforced polyester composites (QPCs) weighing 10 to 40 per cent quartz relative to the weight of unsaturated polyester resin. Synergistic changes were made in the composite properties and were superior to those of the individual component...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajacr/2021/v10i130226

Comparative Assessment of the Bioremediation Potential of Polychaetes (Lug worm-Arenicola marina sp and Syllidae Worm-Syllis prolifera sp) in Aquaculture Pond Sediment

I. O. Oyo-Ita, U. A. Ugbaja, E. E. Oyo-Ita, C. Oge, B. B. Asuquo & O. E. Oyo-Ita · Asian Journal of Applied Chemistry Research · 2021

Polychaetes play an important role in nutrient cycling and remediation of coastal ecosystems. Large quantities of organic matter that could lead to pollution of pond and coastal waters are generated by aquaculture waste. To assess the remediation prospects of Arenicola marina and...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajacr/2021/v10i130225

Chemical Composition and Biological Activities of Eugenia caryophyllata Thunb Essential Oil

Fatiha Abdellah, Badra Boubakeur, Noura Ayad, Laïd Boukraâ, Si Mohamed Hammoudi, Boumedienne Abdelhak & Rachida Benaraba · Asian Journal of Applied Chemistry Research · 2021

Aims: In this study the antibacterial and antioxidant activities of the essential oil of Eugenia caryophyllata were investigated. Study design: The study contains determination of the chemical composition of the essential oil of E. caryophyllata and the in vitro evaluation of the...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajacr/2021/v9i430224

Assessment of Total Petroleum Hydrocarbons and Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons in Wastewater from Selected Flow Stations in Agbada II, Rivers State

Akpan Esther Emmanuel, Obi Chidi & Kinigoma Boma · Asian Journal of Applied Chemistry Research · 2021

Aims: This study evaluates total petroleum hydrocarbon (TPH) and polycyclic hydrocarbons (PAHs) concentrations in wastewaters from three locations of the oil-producing flow station in Rivers State. Study Design: By experiment and the results obtained by analytical means. Place an...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajacr/2021/v9i430221

Effect of Manihot esculenta Edible Coating Blended with African Basil (Ocimum gratissimum) Essential Oil on the Shelf-Life of Mango Fruits

Decrah M. Nyangena, Phanice T. Wangila & Jackson K. Cherutoi · Asian Journal of Applied Chemistry Research · 2021

Aims: To establish the shelf -life of mango fruits coated with unmodified and modified M. esculenta edible coating at low (4 ± 2°C) and room temperature (23 ± 2°C) conditions. Place and Duration of Study: The study was done at Moi University, School of Sciences and Aerospace stud...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajacr/2021/v9i430219