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Corrosion Mitigation of Gray Cast Iron and Aluminum in NaOH Using Water Hyacinth (Eichhornia crassipes) Plant Extract

D. T. Oloruntoba, O. S. Adesina, O. F. Abraham & K. J. Akinluwade · Chemical Science International Journal · 2019

This research focused on the corrosion behavior of gray cast iron and aluminum in alkaline medium (0.5 M NaOH) with and without inhibitor (water hyacinth Eichhornia crassipes extract) of varying concentrations of 5%, 10%, 15%, 20% and 25%. The corrosion rates of the metal samples...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/CSJI/2019/v27i430120

Selective Alteration of the Root Morphology of Arabidopsis thaliana by Synthetic Anion Transporters (SATs)

Mohit B. Patel, Evan C. Garrad, Steven Korb, Saeedeh Negin, Michael R. Gokel, Sergey Sedinkin, Shanheng Yin & George W. Gokel · Chemical Science International Journal · 2019

Aims: The aim of the study was to determine whether and to what extent any of a family of amphiphilic heptapeptide synthetic anion transporters (SATs) affected the growth or root morphology of Arabidopsis thaliana. Study Design:  A. thaliana plants were grown from seedlings in PN...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/CSJI/2019/v27i430119

Evaluation of Heavy Metals Profile in Different Brands of Infant Food Nutrition

Ogochukwu Augustina Onuorah, Rufus Sha'ato, Fina Okeke, Adekola Omololu Atanda, Agbele Idowu Elijah, Adegoke Abiodun Adebimpe & Adeniyi Adebayo Kunle · Chemical Science International Journal · 2019

The concentrations of five essential metals in six selected (NAN, Cowbell, MY BOY, CERELAC, FRISO GOLD and NUTREND) infant formulae sold in Makurdi metropolis, were determined using Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometer. Data collected were subjected to Analysis of Variance using S...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/CSJI/2019/v27i330116

Determination of Selected Heavy Metals in Tobacco Tree Shrubs Growing around Dandora Dumpsite, Nairobi, Kenya

P. M. Kahara, J. Murungi, J. K. Kiptoo & G. Nyaga · Chemical Science International Journal · 2019

Environmental pollution by heavy metals is presently a serious threat to public health. Despite the toxic contaminants contained in municipal waste, most of the dumpsites remain unregulated and uncontrolled. The objective of this study was to determine the levels of Pb, Cr and Cd...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/CSJI/2019/v27i330117

Fluoride Distribution in Aquatic Environment in Vicinity of Aluminum Industry and Its Correlation with Rainwater Chemistry and Weather Parameter: A Case Study of Renukoot, District Sonbhadra, Uttar Pradesh, India

Shishu Pal Singh, Shivraj Singh & Rajesh Kumar · Chemical Science International Journal · 2019

Fluorine is a highly reactive element and readily hydrolyzes to form hydrogen fluoride and oxygen. Hydrogen fluoride reacts with many materials both in the vapor phase and in aerosols. Fluorides are naturally-occurring components of rocks and soil and are also found in air, water...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/CSJI/2019/v27i330115

Evaluation of Red Onion Skin Extract as Inhibitor for Gum Formation in Gas Condensates

T. Bamidele, A. Iwundu, W. I. Eke, O. Joel & O. Akaranta · Chemical Science International Journal · 2019

In the upstream sector, gum in condensate causes significant erosion in value worth millions of dollars per annum and increases operational cost due to high injection concentration of conventional antioxidants. Phenolic compounds are commonly used at low concentrations in the dow...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/CSJI/2019/v27i330114

Analyzes of Physico-chemical Parameters of Surface Waters from Ogunpa River, Ibadan, Nigeria

Ogungbile Peter, A. Akande John, Akintunde Emmanuel & O. Odekunle · Chemical Science International Journal · 2019

Physico-chemical indices of waters from Ogunpa River were examined for locational differences; seasonal variation; and to know if gradient effect is associated with the pollution dynamics. Data obtained were analyzed and compared with WHO thresholds for those parameters in water....

Open access Research Article 10.9734/CSJI/2019/v27i330113

A Review on Avocado Seed: Functionality, Composition, Antioxidant and Antimicrobial Properties

Tassew Belete Bahru, Zinabwa Hailu Tadele & Eyasu Gebrie Ajebe · Chemical Science International Journal · 2019

The seed of avocado is considered as one of the non-edible part of the fruit, which are usually discarded as residues and can cause ecological problems. Exploring the possible dietary and therapeutic potentials of especially such underutilized wastes will in addition reduce the p...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/CSJI/2019/v27i230112

Investigation of Heavy Metal (Lead) Removal from Aqueous Solution by Using Advanced Oxidation Process (Fenton)

Fahimeh Moghadam & Asma Ghasemi Pourafshar · Chemical Science International Journal · 2019

Background and Aim: Undoubtedly, controlling the maximum entry of heavy metals into the food is one of the measures which should be taken into account in order to maintain the food consumers' health and achieve the food safety. The sensitivity and importance of this issue are dou...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/CSJI/2019/v27i230111

Hybrid Precipitated Calcium Carbonate Containing Wood Flour for Paper Applications – A Comparative Handsheet Study

Klaus Dölle, Kilian F. Baumgartner, Neil F. Goodman & Alexander Klitsiotisoris · Chemical Science International Journal · 2019

The main objective of this paper handsheet study is to investigate if a hybrid filler material containing wood flour and precipitated calcium carbonate can replace and/or supplement commercially available ground calcium carbonate and precipitated calcium carbonate mineral filler...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/CSJI/2019/v27i230110

Influence of Heavy Organics Composition on Wax Properties and Flow Behavior of Waxy Crude Oils

W. I. Eke, O. Achugasim, S. E. Ofordile, J. A. Ajienka & O. Akaranta · Chemical Science International Journal · 2019

Paraffinic crude oils are desirable because of their high content of saturated hydrocarbons but may present handling challenges due to crystallization of high molecular weight paraffin at low temperatures. The prediction of wax properties and behavior of waxy crude oil is importa...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/CSJI/2019/v27i230109

Assessment of Anions and Heavy Metals in Sediments from River Sio, Busia County, Kenya

K. O. Ondoo, J. K. Kiptoo, A. O. Onditi, S. M. Shivaji & J. K. Ogilo · Chemical Science International Journal · 2019

Agricultural activities, discharge of raw sewage into farms and the rise in urbanization have greatly contributed to soil pollution. During the rainy season, surface runoff from farms find their way into water bodies and deposits these contaminants into Rivers and Lakes which pos...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/CSJI/2019/v27i230108

Determination of Descriptors Which Influence the Toxicity of Organochlorine Compounds Using Qsar Method

Massapihanhoro Ouattara Pierre, Bamba Kafoumba, N’guessan Nobel Kouakou & ZIAO Nahossé · Chemical Science International Journal · 2019

Organochlorine Pesticides (OCP) are organic compounds obtained by the chlorination of various unsaturated hydrocarbons. They are very toxic and therefore belong to the family of persistent organic pollutants. If formerly these pesticides were used to fight against certain vectors...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/CSJI/2019/v27i130107

Biological Synthesis of Cobalt Nanoparticles from Mangifera indica Leaf Extract and Application by Detection of Manganese (II) Ions Present in Industrial Wastewater

Felicia Uchechukwu Okwunodulu, Helen Ogechi Chukwuemeka-Okorie & Francis Chijioke Okorie · Chemical Science International Journal · 2019

This study was focused on the synthesis of cobalt nanoparticles using Mangifera indica leaf extract and the characterization of the particles via UV–Vis spectroscopy, XRD, FT-IR and SEM. The XRD results showed the formation of cobalt nanoparticles that was crystalline in nature,...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/CSJI/2019/v27i130106