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Effect of Non-linear Temperature on the Determination of a Precise pH of Buffer Solutions

Shiv P. Mishra, Amar S. Yadav & Vishwas K. Pandey · International Research Journal of Pure and Applied Chemistry · 2025

In article, we have reported a non-linear temperature effect on the determination of a precise pH value of buffer solutions. A buffer solution resists the changes in pH when small amounts of acid or base are added, although, these pH may still change with respect to temperatures....

Open access Research Article 10.9734/irjpac/2025/v26i5946

The Use of Novel Biosynthesized Ag-Cu-Al Nanoparticles as Corrosion Inhibitor on Mild Steel in 1 M HCl Medium

Godwin. E. Ankwai, Alhaji M. Kolo, Auwal A. Mahmoud, Istifanus Y. Chindo & Oluwasegun. O. Balogun · International Research Journal of Pure and Applied Chemistry · 2025

Recently, concerns have arisen over the use of most organic and inorganic substances as corrosion inhibitors due to their expensive and toxic nature. This has necessitated the search for alternative cheap and eco-friendly inhibitors. Nanoparticles, especially trimetallic nanopart...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/irjpac/2025/v26i5945

Niobium Extraction from Columbite-tantalite Ore Processing: Gravimetric and Magnetic Methods

Chaibou Yacouba Abdoul Rachid, Maman Hassan Abdourazakou, Souley Harouna, Ibrahim Elhadji Daou & OUEDRAOGO H Gilles Boudouin · International Research Journal of Pure and Applied Chemistry · 2025

The mining of niobium, a strategic metal utilized in the production of high-performance alloys, remains underdeveloped in certain geological contexts despite its potential. In this study, columbite-tantalite ore was utilized as a raw material to investigate methodologies for the...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/irjpac/2025/v26i5944

Survey of Plastic Use Practices in the Niayes Agricultural Area of Senegal

Keba Diongue, Nehou Diouf, Coumba Faye, Ibrahima Sarr, Souleymane Sambou, Abdou Khadre Cissé, Diégane Sarr, Diène Diégane Thiaré & Atanasse Coly · International Research Journal of Pure and Applied Chemistry · 2025

This survey was conducted on farms in the Niayes region of Senegal that specialise in vegetable cultivation. The study, which was based on a questionnaire and conducted with 578 farmers from September 22, 2023, to October 22, 2024, aimed to highlight the methods regarding the fre...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/irjpac/2025/v26i5943

Evaluation of Polyaromatic Hydrocarbons and Some Trace Metals in Smoked Fish and Roasted Meat Samples Consumed in Ile-Oluji Town, Ondo State Nigeria

Omogbehin Samson Adehuga & Emmanuel Folorunso Olasehinde · International Research Journal of Pure and Applied Chemistry · 2025

This Study examine the Concentration of some Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAHs)and some Trace Metals found in smoked Fishes and roasted meat consumed in Ile-Oluji Town, Ondo State, Nigeria. Samples of various smoked Fishes species and different types of roasted meat were col...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/irjpac/2025/v26i5942

Reactivity Indices and Theoretical Estimation of Acidity Constants of Diphenylphosphine Oxides in Dichloromethane

Issaka Ibrahim Abdou Rachid, Karen-Pacelye Mengue Me Ndong, Ilagouma Amadou Tidjani, Chaibou Yacouba Abdoul-Rachid & Abdoul Razak Halidou Dougourikoye · International Research Journal of Pure and Applied Chemistry · 2025

This study to evaluate the tautomeric stability of diphenylphosphine oxides using density functional theory (DFT/B3LYP/6-31+G*) calculation in dichloromethane solution. The results reveal that stability of the tautomers is closely dependent on the electronic nature of the substit...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/irjpac/2025/v26i5941

Zero-Order Kinetic Modeling of Methane Emissions from Organic Waste: A Case Study of the Abidjan Landfill System

SEKA Ossey Clovis, OSENI Daouda, KOUADIO Marc Cyril, KOUAKOU Adjoumani Rodrigue, NIKIEMA Mahamadi & AKA Boko · International Research Journal of Pure and Applied Chemistry · 2025

The rapid urbanization and population growth of Abidjan, the economic capital of Côte d'Ivoire, have led to a significant increase in the generation of municipal solid waste (MSW), a large portion of which is biodegradable. Inefficient waste disposal in uncontrolled landfills res...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/irjpac/2025/v26i5939

Microwave-Assisted Synthesis, Spectral, Thermal and Antimicrobial Studies of VO(IV) and Co(II) Metal Complexes Derived From 2-pyridine Carboxaldehyde

M. Soni, Rajendra K. Jain & A.P. Mishra · International Research Journal of Pure and Applied Chemistry · 2025

The incorporation of transition metal ions such as Co(II) and VO(IV) into the framework of azomethine-based ligands is of significant interest, as it modulates their structure, stability, and functional potential. These compounds are used as models for biological systems and find...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/irjpac/2025/v26i5940

Harnessing Weak and Hydrogen Bonding Interactions for Tailored Crystal Formation: A Case Study of Diisopropylammonium Phenylsulfonate

Mamadou Dieng, Cheikh Ahmadou Bamba Diop, Dame Seye, Moustapha Diaw, Déthié Faye, Arona Ngom, Ismaila Diédhiou, Lamine Yaffa, Momath Lo & Cheikh Abdou Khadir Diop · International Research Journal of Pure and Applied Chemistry · 2025

The thoughtful design of a supramolecular molecule constructed from NH···OS-type hydrogen bonds is commonly used to create molecular architectures useful for industrial and medical applications. Here, we report for the first time a hydrogen bonding strategy for the formation of a...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/irjpac/2025/v26i4938

Antioxidant Activity of Pomegranate Peel Extracts (lat. Punica granatum L.): Effects of Extraction Solvent and Technique on Antioxidant Activity

Amina Hasikić, Laura Divković, Ajla Džafić, Hedija Starčević, Samir Ćurić, Emina Ahmetović, Belkisa Djedović, Sumea Haušić, Lamija Kolarević, Merima Ibišević, Ermina Cilović Kozarević & Aida Smajlagić · International Research Journal of Pure and Applied Chemistry · 2025

This study focuses on evaluating the antioxidant activity of pomegranate (lat. Punica granatum L.) peel extracts obtained through various extraction methods, including ultrasound-assisted extraction (UAE), Soxhlet extraction, and maceration, using methanol and 96% ethanol as solv...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/irjpac/2025/v26i4937

Characterisation of the FCC Catalyst for Fluid Catalytic Cracking of Atmospheric Residue: Application to the SORAZ FCC Catalyst

DOKA DAOURA Amadou, ABDOUL BARI IDI Awali, SAEED ALI NAJI Zinab & MANZOLA Abdou Salam · International Research Journal of Pure and Applied Chemistry · 2025

This paper presents a brief summary of the study on the characterisation of the fluid catalytic cracking catalyst used at the Zinder refining company (SORAZ) for cracking the atmospheric residue from the atmospheric distillation unit (CDU). The main objective of this study is to...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/irjpac/2025/v26i4936

Levels of Heavy Metal Concentration in Wastewater from Pharmaceutical Industries in Anambra State, South-East Nigeria

Lynda Chinyere Ejidike, Miracle Oluebube Igwilo, Edna Obialunanma Aduaka & Vincent Nwalieji Okafor · International Research Journal of Pure and Applied Chemistry · 2025

Improper treatment and disposal of wastewater from pharmaceutical companies can contaminate nearby water bodies and surrounding ecosystems as a result of the release of pollutants such as heavy metals. The aim of this study is to investigate the levels of heavy metals in wastewat...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/irjpac/2025/v26i4935

Effect of Organic Acid Concentration and Leaching Time on the Efficiency of Nickel and Zinc Recovery from Waste Printed Circuit Boards of Mobile Phones

Nwagbara Nkechi, Onuegbu Theresa & Nwagbara Chukwueke · International Research Journal of Pure and Applied Chemistry · 2025

Aims: The present work evaluated the effect of organic acid concentration and reaction time on the recovery of Zn and Ni from waste printed circuit boards of cell phone. Study design:  A survey research design was adopted. Place and Duration of Study: Materials and Energy Technol...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/irjpac/2025/v26i4934

A Literature Survey on Homo-and Hetero-metallic Complexes of Manganese Exhibiting SMM Behavior

Piya Seth · International Research Journal of Pure and Applied Chemistry · 2025

Single molecule magnets (SMMs) have been extensively studied in last few years due to their wide range of potential applications in information storage, molecular electronics and quantum computing. In the early 1990s the storage of information at the molecular level became certai...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/irjpac/2025/v26i4933

Physico-chemical Potability Assessment of Groundwater in Selected Localities of the Agadez Region: A Case Study of the Urban Commune of Agadez and the Rural Communes of Dabaga, Gougaram, and Ingall

Souley Harouna, CHAIBOU OUSMANE MAMANE Imrana, Maman Hassan Abdourazakou, DANDIBI BACHIR Moussa, ELH SALEY MALAM JALALOU Sabiou & MANZOLA Abdou Salam · International Research Journal of Pure and Applied Chemistry · 2025

Groundwater represents the main source of drinking water supply for the populations in the Agadez region, primarily through wells and boreholes. This study aims to evaluate the physico-chemical quality of groundwater in four communes of the region: the urban commune of Agadez and...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/irjpac/2025/v26i4932