Mulberry is a woody, deciduous tree that is economically important. It is regarded as a distinctive plant on the planet due to its widespread geological distribution across continents, ability to be cultivated in various forms, multiple uses of leaf foliage and positive impact in...
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Research Article10.9734/jeai/2024/v46i82681
The “Type of Article” of this paper is “Letter to the Editor”. This paper discuses about: “Enhancing Baby Food Safety - integrating Advanced Sensor Technology and Blockchain for Contaminant Detection and Transparency”. No formal abstract is available. Readers are requested to rea...
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Research Article10.9734/ejnfs/2024/v16i71482
Soil samples from flooded and non-flooded areas of different farmlands in Obunagha community, Bayelsa State were collected for this study. The aim of the study was to investigate the chemical fractionation and bioavailability of Cr, Cd, Zn, Ni, & Fe in flooded and non-flooded...
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Research Article10.9734/ajocs/2024/v14i3312
The concentration levels of Cd, Fe, Cu, Mn, Pb, and Zn in sediment samples from Wadi Al-Wala were determined in order to assess the level of contamination. Sixteen sediment samples were collected during the period from 2016.The highest concentrations of Zn, Cu and Cd originate ma...
Intensive environmental exploitation by Man has led to the emergence of a key sector – mining sector which, to a very great extent has been undertaken for its economic benefits. Inspite of the beneficial aspect of the sector, it produces hazardous wastes, causing various degrees...
Soil samples from flood affected areas and non-affected areas of different farmlands in Obunagha, Bayelsa State, Nigeria; were collected for this study. The study was conducted to evaluate the physicochemical properties, and pollution indices of flooded and non-flooded farmlands...
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Research Article10.9734/irjpac/2024/v25i4864
The contamination of soil with heavy metals poses a serious threat to both ecology and public health. Human activity, such as mining, excessive fertilizer application, and industrial processes, are among the various sources of heavy metal pollution. There are various green manure...
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Research Article10.9734/ijecc/2024/v14i64230
Aim: The contamination of soil and vegetables by heavy metals is a critical environmental and public health issue, particularly in regions where wastewater is utilized for irrigation. This study assesses the concentration of heavy metals, (Cr, Zn, Cd, Fe, Mn, Ni, Pb, As, Co and C...
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Research Article10.9734/ijecc/2024/v14i64222
Fidelis Godae Beega, Kemzi Elechi-Amadi, Simeon Christopher Aloy, Sheudeen Abubakar Abiola, Okorocha, CyrilGentle Ugochukwu, Ibioku Elekima & Edna Ogechi Nwachuku·International Research Journal of Oncology·2024
While naturally occurring, heavy metals pose a significant global public health risk due to their extensive utilisation in industrial, residential, and agricultural activities, impacting the health of millions worldwide. Occupational and environmental exposure to these metals thr...
The availability of freshwater for irrigation is dwindling, prompting the need for innovative solutions to tackle this critical issue. This research delves into comparing sewage water with fresh water, recognizing the immense volume of wastewater generated daily due to rapid popu...
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Research Article10.9734/jeai/2024/v46i72575
Rising soil pollution has recently emerged as a significant global issue due to increased industrialization, urbanization, and inadequate waste management. This review thoroughly examines the presence of common heavy elements in damaged soils, such as Pb, Cr, As, Zn, Cd, Cu, Hg,...
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Research Article10.9734/ijpss/2024/v36i74715
The deterioration of lake water quality is a major national issue, particularly in regions with industrial activity. This study assesses the water quality of five lakes in Coimbatore, India: Krishnampathi, Ukkadam, Kurichi, Sulur, and Singanallur, between December 2016 and April...
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Research Article10.9734/ajee/2024/v23i7560
This study investigated the seasonal variations in physicochemical parameters, heavy metals, and petroleum hydrocarbons in groundwater samples collected in nine locations in Bonny Island, Rivers State Nigeria. The water samples for the dry season were collected in December and Ja...
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Research Article10.9734/ijecc/2024/v14i54174
Heavy metal pollution in soils has become widespread globally due to both natural processes and human activities. Geologic and anthropogenic activities, such as mining, industrial processes, and agricultural practices, significantly contribute to heavy metal accumulation in soil,...
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Research Article10.9734/jabb/2024/v27i6865
The aim of the study was to assess the spatial distribution of water quality for surface and ground water at Bonny Island in Rivers State, Nigeria. Surface and Groundwater samples were collected from 9 sampling locations and analyzed for physicochemical parameters, heavy metals,...
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Research Article10.9734/jerr/2024/v26i61161