In this paper, we present the results of a molecular dynamics simulation for SiO2 liquid to study the correlation between structural and dynamics heterogeneity. The evolution of structural changes at higher temperatures has been analyzed through the help of the SiOx- and OSiy uni...
Open access
Research Article10.9734/ajacr/2025/v16i2336
The corrosion inhibition efficiency of Almond leaves extract on copper and aluminum in 0.5M hydrochloric acid solution was studied using weight loss method, Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) and Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR). The results drawn from the different...
Open access
Research Article10.9734/ajacr/2025/v16i2335
The increasing discharge of untreated industrial effluents poses severe environmental and public health risks due to the presence of toxic heavy metals. In this study, a novel quinine-functionalized magnetic graphene oxide (MGO@SiO2-Q) nanocomposite was synthesized and evaluated...
Open access
Research Article10.9734/ajacr/2025/v16i2334
Ndidiamaka Hannah Okorie, Goodnews Onyedikachi Ikeh, Cyril Chekwube Adonu, Chigozie Peace Okorie, Romanus Chijioke Omeh & Anthony Kelechi Nwangwu·Asian Journal of Applied Chemistry Research·2025
The increasing emphasis on sustainable nanotechnology has propelled the development of green synthesis methodologies for nanoparticle production. This study investigates the impact of precursor chemistry on the nucleation and growth of zinc oxide nanoparticles (ZnO NPs) synthesiz...
Open access
Research Article10.9734/ajacr/2025/v16i2333
The objective of the present work was to investigate the sorption isotherms of moisture in spray dried microcapsules powder of X. americana at 25°C, 35°C and 45°C temperatures. A gravimetric storage study of spray dried microcapsules of Ximenia americana fruit extracts was conduc...
Open access
Research Article10.9734/ajacr/2025/v16i2332
Ernest Eguono Emojorho, Onyekachukwu Mabel ADINKWU, Love Nchekwube Onuoha, Oghenekaro John Oboreh, Adaora Ngozi Nwosu & Charles Chukwudi OGBOLI·Asian Journal of Applied Chemistry Research·2025
The purpose of this study was to evaluate the acceptability and micronutrient quality of rice flour tortillas used to make shawarma. Rice flour was made by processing and dry milling paddy rice. Four samples were created by adjusting the proportion of rice-flour with xanthan gum....
Open access
Research Article10.9734/ajacr/2025/v16i2331
Oil spill remediation using agricultural wastes has become an attractive technique due to its simplicity, low cost and effectiveness. In this work, Pentaclethra macrophylla seed pods, which are readily available agricultural wastes were modified in order to increase their hydroph...
Open access
Research Article10.9734/ajacr/2025/v16i2330
Medicinal plants have been used since ancient times to relieve and cure human diseases in developing countries where access to modern care is limited. Boscia senegalensis is a versatile plant that adapts to Sahelian, desert and potentially unexplored areas. The objective of this...
Open access
Research Article10.9734/ajacr/2025/v16i2329
This study evaluated the pesticidal potential of Derris elliptica (Tubli) through phytochemical screening and Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR) analysis, focusing on its secondary metabolites and functional groups. Leaf and root extracts were tested against cockroaches to assess...
Open access
Research Article10.9734/ajacr/2025/v16i2328
Petroleum wastewater presents significant environmental challenges due to its complex composition, which includes hydrocarbons, heavy metals, and various toxic compounds. Conventional treatment methods often fall short in effectively removing these contaminants, necessitating the...
Open access
Research Article10.9734/ajacr/2025/v16i2327
Among the most hazardous environmental issues nowadays is heavy metal pollution. One efficient technique for eliminating wastewater that contains heavy metals is adsorption. In order to assess an adsorbent's effectiveness and construct an adsorption system, the maximal adsorption...
Open access
Research Article10.9734/ajacr/2025/v16i2326
Dopamine hydrochloride (C₈H₁₁NO₂•HCl) is a stable, water-soluble salt form of dopamine, crucial for regulating motor control, reward mechanisms, and cognitive functions. In this study, a 0.1 M solution of dopamine hydrochloride was prepared, and its pH was measured, followed by d...
Open access
Research Article10.9734/ajacr/2025/v16i2325
Heavy metals are a major source of water pollution in developing countries. One inexpensive technique for removing heavy metal ions from aqueous solutions is adsorption with a cheap adsorbent. This study focused into sulfuric acid-modified tea waste as a low-cost alternative adso...
Open access
Research Article10.9734/ajacr/2025/v16i2324
There has been an increase in solid waste generation due to urbanization and improper dumping of wastes in developing countries like Nigeria causing severe adverse effect and impact on human health and the environment. This study was conducted to determine the level and associate...
Open access
Research Article10.9734/ajacr/2025/v16i2323
The primary aim of this research was to assess heavy metal, polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAHs), and total petroleum hydrocarbon (TPH) loading in soils around selected automobile workshops in Port Harcourt Metropolis and associated environmental risks. The study was carried ou...
Open access
Research Article10.9734/ajacr/2025/v16i1322