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1) Evaluation Of Ethanol Leaf Extract Of Dalbergia Lactea

2) Gc-ms Analysis Of Bioactive Compounds Present In Methanol Leaf Extract Of Xylopia Aethiopica Linn

Plants have been utilized for medicinal reasons since the dawn of time. Pharmacologists and organic chemists have synthesized a wide range of intriguing chemical compounds from medicinal plants in recent decades, which have shown to be quite useful in the practice of optometry and medicine. There is now an increase in global demand for the use of... Continue Reading

3) Synthesis Of Montmorillonite-silica Nanocomposite And Optimization Of Adsorption Parameters For Congo Red Adsorption

Dyes are used in various industries such as pharmaceutical, cosmetic, paper, leather, food stuff, plastics, and textile etc. The effluents are discharged into the environment by either water or land. The discharge of these effluents into the receiving environments results in hazardous health problems as most of these dyes have carcinogenic effects... Continue Reading

4) Reconfigurable Switch Or Valve For Microfluidics

A method to create smart and flexible switches for the regulation of liquid flow across multiple channels is essential in paper microfluidics. Prior approaches are hampered by long response times, high actuation fluid volumes, and external control circuitry. To diminish these problems, we designed a distinctive actuator device fashioned entirely... Continue Reading

5) Φ-sulfo Fatty Methyl Ester Sulfonates (Φ-mes): A New Anionic Surfactant

F-Sulfo Fatty Methyl Esters  sulfonates (F- MES) are new anionic surfactants  obtained via sulfoxidation of fatty acid methyl esters (FAME) with SO2, O2, and ultraviolet light of appropriate wavelength.  The designation of  Φ refers to the random positioning of SO3 in the alkyl chain. In this work we summarize the most relevant... Continue Reading

6) Determination Of Heavy Metals In Some Cosmetic Products Commonly Used Among Students Of Kaduna Polytechnic

The toxicity of heavy metals to humans as a result of long term exposure to pollutants consumer products such as cosmetics and other pollutants has been established. In this study, the levels of heavy metals in different cosmetic products commonly used among Kaduna Polytechnic students were assessed. The cosmetics were analyzed for heavy... Continue Reading

7) Synthesis, Characterization And Antibacterial Properties Of Nickel (ii) Amine Malonate And Nickel (ii) Amine Tartarate

Nickel amine carboxylate complexes were synthesized by reacting Ni(ii)chloride with ammonia, malonic and tartaric acid, which formed Nickel amine malonate and Nickel amine tartarate  of  blue and green crystal and  the percentage yield are of both complexes are 62.65% and 62.83% respectively. The decomposition temperatures were 218o C... Continue Reading

8) Studies On The Blastofiltration Potentials Of Selected Plant Seeds For The Treatment Of Lead And Cadmium Contaminated Water Samples

Phytoremediation, based on the theory of botanic tolerance and accumulation of certain pollutant, is a new developing ecological technique primarily used to clean polluted environment. Blastofiltration is applied to phytoremediation of heavy metal polluted water at present. The study used castor, okra, melon and moringa seeds as... Continue Reading

9) Application Of Chemometric Technique In The Determination Of The Chemical Facies Of Groundwater Pollution Assessment In The Shallow Marine Aquiferous Sandstone In Udi And Environs

This paper examines the hydrochemical facies of groundwater present in the shallow marine Plain Sands aquifer of Udi and its immediate environs, maps their areal distribution and attempts to explain the controlling processes responsible for the various facies. 12 water samples were collected from wells tapping the shallow marine Plain... Continue Reading

10) Ict As Antidote In Learning Difficulty In Chemistry At Senior Secondary School Level

This study investigated the use of information and communication technology (ICT) as antidote in learning difficulty in chemistry in Ilesa-East L.G.A of Osun state. 100 students and 30 teachers were randomly selected for the study. The instruments used for collecting information were teachers’ and students’ questionnaires. Data... Continue Reading

11) Antimicrobial And Phytochemical Activities Of Datura Stramonium (gegemu Leaves)

1.0 INTRODUCTION  Daturastramoniumis an annual herb, with stem erect and spreading branches above. It is common in the waste land, fields and gardens in Baghdad district. Leaves, seeds and roots contain the alkaloid daturine (a mixture of the two alkaloids hyoscyamine and atropine) and also contain scopolamine alkaloid (Hyosine) acids, tannin and... Continue Reading

12) The Effect Of Broken Homes On Science Education Students: A Case Study Of Some Selected Secondary Schools In Augie Local Government

INTRODUCTION The home is the primary institution for children, home as perceived by Abdulganiyu (1997), Christe (2009), defined home as a place in which an individual or a family can rest and store personal property.Haven’t define the concept of home it is therefore important to define family. The family can therefore, be looked at as a social... Continue Reading

13) Analysis Of Trace Metals In Kidney And Skin Of Cowmeat Purchase From Urua Mbakara

  A RESEARCH PROJECT REPORT     ABSTRACT This study was to determine the concentration of trace metal (Cd, Pb, Fe, Cu and Zn) in the skin and kidney of a cowmeat. The analysis was carried out using Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometer (AAS). The concentration of... Continue Reading

14) Analysis Of Trace Metals In Muscle And Liver Of Cow Meat Purchase From Urua Ikot Osurua

ANALYSIS OF TRACEMETALS IN MUSCLE AND LIVER OF COWMEAT PURCHASE FROM URUA IKOT OSURUA. A RESEARCH PROJECT ABSTRACT The concentration of trace metals (cadmium, Lead, Iron, Copper and Zinc) in two organ (muscle and liver) from cow meat obtained from urua Ikot Osurua was determined using Atomic absorption spectrophotometer. Their result was as... Continue Reading

15) Antifungal Activity Of Mimosa Pudica,isolation And Nmr Characterization Of Bioactive Components.

  In this study, the whole plant of Mimosa pudica was extracted using absolute ethanol. The crude  ethanolic extract and its isolated triterpenoid glycoside were tested for antifungal activity towards  Aspergillus flavus and Trichophyton rubrum using Well Diffusion Method. At concentrations of 25 – 100 mg/mL, the extract possesses... Continue Reading

16) Bioethanol Production From Groundnut Shell (arachis Hypogaea) And Carpet Grass (axonopus Flexuosus) By Acid Hydrolysis Using Saccharomyces Cerevisiae

Groundnut (Arachis Hypogaea) shell and carpet grass (Axonopus flexuosus) were assessed for bioethanol production using dilute acid hydrolysis (10 %, 15 % and 20 % H2SO4) and fermentation using yeast (saccharomyces cerevisiae). The percentage yields were determined to be 27.15 %, 19.69 % and 8.79 % for groundnut shell and 22.69 %, 13.92 %... Continue Reading

17) Non Enzymatic Synthesis Of Bioethanol From Cellulose In Wastepaper Materials.

TABLE OF CONTENT            Pages  Title Page                                                                                                 i  Certification                                                                                         ... Continue Reading

18) Comparative Determination Of Calcium And Magnesium In Food Substances Using Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometry And Edta Titrimetry

A  comparative study was carried out for the determination of calcium and magnesium in milk and water melon (food sources of calcium and magnesium). Mixed standard solutions of calcium and magnesium (spike) were added to the samples before digesting with a mixture of concentrated nitric acid and concentrated hydrochloric acid (1:3). The calcium... Continue Reading

19) Comparative Characterization Of Some Portland Cements Sold In Sokoto City.

The aim of this research was to characterize some Portland cements (Bua, Dangote and Sokoto cement) sold in Sokoto city using standard methods; due to the persistent collapse of buildings. The results showed that Sokoto cement recorded the least CaO content (58.99%) while Dangote cement had the highest CaO content being 61.56%. All the... Continue Reading

20) In Vitro Evaluation Of Metal Chelating And Ferric Reducing Potentials Of Methanol Extracts Of Adasonia Digitata Leaf

Adansonia digitata L. (Malvaceae) is commonly known as baobab tree native to Africa. Baobab is a multi-purpose tree which offers protection and provides food, clothing and medicine as well as raw material for many useful items. This study aims to elucidate the metal chelating and ferric reducing potentials of methanol extracts of... Continue Reading

21) Pollution Indices Of Trace Metals In Roadside Soil

  Roadside soil samples were obtained from Eka Street, Oron Road, Ikot Ekpene Road and Nwaniba Road within Uyo metropolis, Akwa Ibom State. Roadside soils were also obtained from Uwana Lane and used as Control. These samples and Control were analysed for the concentration of Cadmium (Cd), Nickel (Ni), Lead (Pb), Zinc (Zn) and Iron using... Continue Reading

22) Phytochemical Screening And Antibacterial Activity Of Crude Root And Stem Bark Of Lannea Acida

                ABSTRACT Lannea acida is a plant known to have various medicinal and therapeutic properties. The  phytochemicals or secondary metabolites and antibacterial activity of its root and stem bark were  studied in this research work. The phytochemical screening of the plant was carried out using  standard methods of... Continue Reading

23) Quantitative Analysis Of Carotene And Ascorbic Acid From Carrot, Cucumber, Eggplant And Tomatoes

Spectroscopic method was used to determine quantities of carotene and ascorbic acid in carrot, cucumber, eggplant and tomatoes. The result shows that carrot has higher concentration of carotene =0.1430, follow by eggplant = 0.6950 and tomatoes = 0.0368 and cucumber has the least concentration of carotene =0.0139. The result also show... Continue Reading

24) The Mechanochemical And Solvent – Based Synthesis And Characterization Of 3,4,5-trihydroxylbenzoic Acid Cu(ii) Complexes.

Mechanochemical synthesis of  [Cu(OOCCH3)2(THB)2] and the Mechanochemical synthesis of  [Cu(OOCCH3)2(THB)2] were carried out, and a  brown solid complexes obtained in both experiment was washed in ethanol respectively. The  physical and instrumental characterisation of the complexes carried out revealed that the complexes obtained are the same... Continue Reading

25) Effect Of Edta On Tomatoes Plants Seedlings Under Nickel Toxicity

CHAPTER ONE 1.0 INTRODUCTION  1.1     NICKEL 1.1.1  Occurrence          Nickel (Ni) is a metallic element,with atomic number 28; atomic weight 58.69. Is a metal, which belongs to group VIIIB of the periodic table. The most important oxidation state of nickel is +2, although the +3 and +4 oxidation states are also known (Tundermann et... Continue Reading

26) Preliminary Determination Of The Active Components In Bitter Leaf Root (vernonia Amygdalina) Extracts In The Treatment Of Diabetes Mellitus

This research work is on the preliminary determination of active components in bitter leaf root ( vernonia amygdalina ) in the treatment of diabetes. Deficiency of hormone (insulin) causes diabetes mellitus, a disease due to too much of sugar being present in the blood. This is because without insulin in the body, the result is that sugar... Continue Reading

27) Proximate And Chemical Characterization Of African Elemi Nuts

The proximate compositions of African elemi nut were investigated by analyzing the moisture content, crude fat, ash content, crude fibre, crude protein and total carbohydrates in the nut. The associations of official analytical chemist (AOAC, 2000) methods were used. The values obtained from the proximate analysis were; moisture content... Continue Reading

28) Production Of Potassium Salt (k2so4) From Agricultural Waste (unripe Plantain Peels)

The production of potassium salt K2­SO4 from unripe plantain agricultural waste was carried out. The sample randomly sourced from canteens located in Owerri West, Imo State. From the result of analysis carried out on the peels was found to contain highest level of K 2.55 ± 1.54 mg/g. other mineral component found were Na 159 ± 1.3... Continue Reading

29) Sorption Of Refampicin On Variable Soil

Sorption and desorption of rifampicin was assessed on three different soil. Sorption mechanism was studied in terms of equilibrium and kinetics at different pH. Linear, Freundlich and Langmuir isotherm models were adopted to study the isotherm. The experimental data were best described by pseudo-second order kinetics (R2 = 1.00). It was observed... Continue Reading

30) Momordica Foetida Phytochemical Screening

CHAPTER ONE 1.0 INTRODUCTION Bioactive plants are commonly used by traditional healers or in folklore medicines for the relief of pain or some alignments. This act of medication has made some plant families popular (Heinrich 2000; Kuete et al ., 2006).The acceptance of traditional medicine as an alternative form of health care has assisted... Continue Reading

31) Synthesizing Of Copper Nano Particle

Development of improved methods for the synthesis of copper nanoparticles is of high priority for the advancement of material science and technology. Herein, starch-protected zero-valent copper (Cu) nanoparticles have been successfully synthesized by a novel facile route. The method is based on the chemical reduction in aqueous copper... Continue Reading

32) Gc-ms Determination Of Selected Organochlorine Pesticides Residue In Some Vegetable Grown In Gwagwalada Area

   The determination of some selected organochlorine pesticide residues in some vegetables grown within Gwagwalada Area Council were carried out using Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometric Technique (GC/MS). Lindane, Dieldrin, Endosulfan and Heptachlor were determined in Telfairia occidentalis, Amaranthus hybridus and Talinum triangulare... Continue Reading
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33) Determination Of Total Petroleum Hydrocarbons And Selected Heavy Metals In Underground Water And Soil From The Vicinity Of Major Filling Stations In Abuja

Five different filling stations (Station A, Station B, Station C, Station D and Station E) were analyzed for Total Petroleum Hydrocarbons and heavy metals concentration using Gas chromatography–mass spectrometry and atomic absorption spectrophotometer respectively. The result of the analysis obtained indicated that the percentage range... Continue Reading

34) Synthesis And Evaluation For Biological Activities Of Npyridin-3-yl Substituted [phenylsulphonamido] Acetamide

In this study, a series of N-pyridin-3-yl substituted [phenylsulphonamido] acetamide has been synthesized. The reaction of phenylsulphonyl chloride with various amino acids in basic medium yielded phenylsulphonamido alkanoic acid which, on chlorination with thionyl chloride, gave acid chloride derivatives of phenylsulphonamido alkanoic... Continue Reading

35) Chemistry Internal Assessment Ib2021: Observing The Extent By Which Varying Concentrations Of Soduim Thiosulfate Effect The Rate Of Reaction With Hydrochloric Acid

The rate of reaction defines as the concentration of reactant or product, consumed or produced within a given time frame. Changing one of the variables could lead to a differing rates of reaction speeds. ... Continue Reading

36) Investigating The Synthesis Of Imidazolium Salts And Their Coordination To A Nickel Metal Centre

This manuscript contains an insight into the mechanisms of inorganic carbene chemistry; synthesis of imidazolium salts from its precursors to using computational chemistry to calculate their quantum mechanical properties. As well as an attempt to deprotonate the iPr imidazolium salt and coordinating the carbene to a standard but labile Ni(0)... Continue Reading

37) Exposure And Fate Of Neonicotinoid Insecticides In Cocoa Plantations In Ghana

Structure of thesis The results from the thesis have been presented in chapters based on various experiments conducted. These chapters are intended as manuscripts for submission to international peer reviewed journals. Chapter 1 gives a general background to the thesis and presents pertinent literature on the topics understudy. While literature... Continue Reading
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38) Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometric ' Determination Of Zn, Fe, Cu, Cd, And Pb Concentration In Canned Foods Sold In Abuja Municipality

The concentrations of some trace metals (zinc, iron, copper, cadmium and lead) in 51 canned foods (fish, vegetable and fruit juice) samples purchased within Abuja Municipal Area Council (Nigeria) were determined using the flame atomic absorption spectrophotometry (FAAS). The wet oxidation procedure of HN03-H20 2 was used in the... Continue Reading

39) Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometry Determination Of Some Heavy Metals In Chocolates And Candies Purchased From Abuja Municipal Area Council.

 The Cu, Pb, Zn and Mn content of ten chocolates and candies purchased from Abuja municipal aiea council were determined by Atomic Absorption Spectrometry (AAS). The HN03 digestion method was evaluated by the analysis of the ten replicates of the candies and chocolate which gave a precision of 2%, 3%, 17% and 2% for Cu, Mn, Ni and Zn... Continue Reading

40) Complexes Of Malonyl And Succinyl Dihydrazides With Copper(ii) And Uranyl(vl) Nitrafes And Acetates.

Complexes of Malonyl and Succinyl Dihydrazides with Copper(Ii) And Uranyl(Vl) Nitrafes and uranyl acclate U02(CII/'00)2, copper nitrate Cu (N01h and copper acetate (Cl I1C00)( 'u have lx:en synthesized using I: I metal to ligand reactant ratio. The complexes have been characterised;.ed li·mn elemental analysis, conductivity... Continue Reading

41) Complexes Of Nickel (ii), Copper (ii), Cobalt (ii) And Manganese (ii) Sulphates With 2-bromov Aleric Acid Hydrazide And Its Acetone Hydrazone.

Chelates of 2-bromovaleric acid hydrazide (BVH) and acetone2- bromovaleric acid hydrazone (ABVH) with MS04 (where M is Ni, Cu, Co, Mn, Zn, V02+) were synthesized in water-methanol medium. They were characterized by infrared and electronic spectral studies, solubility, elemental analysis, conductivity and antimicrobial screemng. Electronic... Continue Reading

42) Bioethanol Production From Sorghum Grains

A biofuel is a fuel that produced through contemporary biological processes such as agriculture and anaerobic digestion, rather than a fuel produced by geological processes. It can be derived directly from plants or indirectly from agriculture or industrial waste. Bioethanol is an alcohol made by fermentation, it is produced from sugar or... Continue Reading

43) Characterization Of Flavonoids From Albizia Amara Leaves And Their Biological Activity On Microbes

Phytochemical screening of methanol extract of leaves of Albizia Amara revealed the presence of secondary metabolites: saponins, alkaloids, tannins, glycosides and flavonoids. Powdered shade- dried leaves (1kg) of A. amara. were extracted with 95% ethanol at room temperature for 48 hours, The crude extract was suspended in water and... Continue Reading

44) Constituents Of Celery (apium Graveolens ) Seed Oil And Its Biological Activity

This study was aimed to extract the fixed oil of Apium graveolens through the process of maceration with normal hexane. The oil was analyzed by gas chromatography-mass spectrometry. The antimicrobial activity was also estimated. The GC-MS analysis of the studied oil showed the presence of 45 constituents. Major components are: i)... Continue Reading

45) Assessment Of The Effects Of Carbonated Drinks On The Enamel Of The Teeth

Assessment of the effects of carbonated drinks on the teeth have been carried out. Five white shelled hard-boiled eggs were placed in clear cups and labelled ( Soda Drink, Diet Coke, Coke, Tap Water and Vinegar) , with the respective selected liquid poured into the cups and ensured the liquid covers the eggs placed in the cups. The eggs... Continue Reading

46) Synthesis, Characterization And Solvent Extraction Studies Of 3,5-bis[(2-hydroxybenzylidene)-amino]-benzoic Acid And Its Co(ii) And Ni(ii) Complexes

3,5-Bis[(2-hydroxy-benzylidene)-amino]-benzoic acid (H2B) and its cobalt(II) and nickel(II) complexes were synthesized and characterized via: electronic, IR, 1 H NMR and 13C NMR. Job’s continuous variation method was used to determine the mole ratio for both metal complexes. Solvent extraction studies were carried out on H2B in 5% DMF... Continue Reading
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47) Synthesis And Evaluation For Biological Activities Of Npyridin-3-yl Substituted [phenylsulphonamido] Acetamide

In this study, a series of N-pyridin-3-yl substituted [phenylsulphonamido] acetamide has been synthesized. The reaction of phenylsulphonyl chloride with various amino acids in basic medium yielded phenylsulphonamido alkanoic acid which, on chlorination with thionyl chloride, gave acid chloride derivatives of phenylsulphonamido alkanoic... Continue Reading

48) Phytochemical Screening, Proximate Analysis And Nutrient Evaluation Of Thaumatoccocus Daniellii (sweet Prayers Leaves) And Musa Accuminata (banana Leaves)

Thaumatococcus daniellii and Musa accuminata are leaves used for wrapping foods and these herbs have some medicinal value. The affordability, preservation, usage techniques, and seasonal scarcity of the leaves make it difficult for people to use them frequently but they are preferred over plastic bags and aluminum foil in terms of... Continue Reading

49) Phytochemical Screening, Proximate Analysis And Nutrient Evaluation Of Thaumatoccocus Daniellii (sweet Prayers Leaves) And Musa Accuminata (banana Leaves)

Thaumatococcus daniellii and Musa acuminate are leaves used for wrapping foods and these herbs have some medicinal value. The affordability, preservation, usage techniques, and seasonal scarcity of the leaves make it difficult for people to use them frequently but they are preferred over plastic bags and aluminum foil in terms of wrapping... Continue Reading

50) Corrosion Inhibition Of 5-methyl-2h-imidazol-4-carboxaldehyde And 1h-indole-3-carboxyaldehyde On Mild Steel In 1.0 M Hcl: Gravimetric Method And Dft Study

Weight loss and Density Functional Theory (DFT) methods were used to study the corrosion inhibition of 5-methyl-2H-imidazol-4-carboxaldehyde and 1H-Indole-3-carboxaldehyde on mild steel in acid medium. The values of thermodynamic parameters such as free energy of adsorption (ΔGºads), adsorption equilibrium constant (Kads), adsorption... Continue Reading

51) Adsorption Efficiency Of Coconut Husk For Removal Of Rhodamine-b Dye From Aqueous Solution

The efficiency of acid modified locust bean pod (ALBP) as low cost adsorbent to remove  Rhodamine-B (Rh-B) dye from aqueous solution was studied. The morphology, functional groups and  elemental analysis of the adsorbent were investigated by SEM, FTIR, pH (pzc), and Boehm titration analytical techniques. Operational parameters such as... Continue Reading

52) Synthesis And Characterization Of Pyridyl Based Schiff

Metal complexes are scientifically known to be active and effective as antibacterial, antivirus and some antifungal etc. This project work is targeted at preparing complex from transition metals say; cobalt, cupper, zinc and nickel and organic ligands synthesised from pyridyl based schiff bases, one from 2-aminopyridine and benzaldehyde and second... Continue Reading

53) Lipids Composition In The Egg Shell Of Domestic Fowl

Poultry eggs are eaten in most areas of the world with fewer social taboos associated with them than pigs and cattle. The most commonly used bird eggs are those from chicken. In Nigeria, the domestic foul dominates the poultry industry. Of the 120 million indigenous poultry population in Nigeria, the domestic fowl constitutes about 91 %... Continue Reading

54) Comparative Characterization Of Some Portland Cements Sold In Sokoto City

The aim of this research was to characterize some Portland cements (Bua, Dangote and Sokoto cement) sold in Sokoto city using standard methods; due to the persistent collapse of buildings. The results showed that Sokoto cement recorded the least CaO content (58.99%) while Dangote cement had the highest CaO content being 61.56%. All the... Continue Reading

55) Effect Of Phosphorus Fertilizer On Growth And Yield Of Cowpea-copy-copy

TABLE OF CONTENT:       i.      Acknowledgement --------------------------------------------------------------- 3     ii.      Abstract ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4         iii.      Objective---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4  ... Continue Reading

56) Removal Of Heavy Metal Ions From Waste Water Using A Groundnut Shell And Tea Bag As A Natural Adsorbent

Sample of waste collected at Kanwuri Area Sokoto, was analyzed using a groundnut shell and tea bag as natural adsorbent, by adopting the method of atomic absorption spectrophotometry. And this research showed that groundnut shell and tea bag can be effectively used as an excellent adsorbent for the removal of Cu, Zn, Pb, and Cr, from... Continue Reading

57) The Effect Of Buccholzia Coriacea On Renal Function Indices And Oxidative Stress In Sucrose Fed Pregnant Rats And Their Offsprings

  This study examined the nephrotic effect of Buchholzia coriacea formulated diet in sucrose-fed pregnant rats and their offspring. Buchholzia coriacea (B. coriacea) (family, capparidaceae ) is a perennial plant commonly known as wonderful kola . Seeds were obtained from ogbete main market, Enugu state, identified, dried and grounded... Continue Reading

58) Optimization Of Biodiesel From Coconut (cocos Nucifera) Seed Oil

Coconut seeds was investigated for its use as biodiesel feedstock. Oil was  extracted from coconut seeds using soxhlet extraction method where 67.2% yield  of oil was obtained. Biodiesel synthesis was developed and optimized using  Box-Behnken design in Response Surface Methodology to study the effect of  experimental variables such... Continue Reading

59) Acid Rain

The major causes of pollution its effects and solution... Continue Reading

60) Comparative Study Of Disinfectant Efficiency Of Ethanol,bleach, Phenolic Against Staphyloccocus Aeurus

comparative study of disinfectant efficiency of ethanol, bleach,phenolic is my project topic from covenant polytechnic aba, abia state.... Continue Reading

61) Determination Of Some Selected Heavy Metals In Tomato (fruits And Leaves) And Onion Bulbs Collected From Hunkuyi Roadside Farms, Zaria.

 The concentration of heavy metals such as Pd, Cd, Cu and Cr were studied using AAS on vegetable samples such as Tomato (fruit and leaf) and Onion bulb. Trace element as Cu showed high concentration. The concentration of heavy metal like Cu ranged from of 0.155 to 0.024mg/kg in tomato fruit; 0.120 to 0.057mg/kg in leafy tomato; 0.118 to... Continue Reading

62) Translocation Of Heavy Metals From Soil To Vegetables (spinach And Okra) In Irrigated Farms Land By Nasarawa Toto River Banks In Nasarawa State.

This study was conducted to investigate the level of translocation of heavy metals in vegetables(spinach and okra) with soils samples from farmlands irrigated with Nasarawa Toto River Bank water in Nasarawa state Nigeria. Using atomic absorption spectrophotometry(AAS), concentrations of Pb, Cd and Cr are determined in ten different... Continue Reading

63) Studies On Corrosion Inhibition Potential Of Indigo Carmine On Mild Steel In Acidic Medium

Studies on corrosion inhibition potential of Indigo Carmine extract on mild steel in acidic medium was carried out using weight loss and electrochemical techniques. It was observed that the Indigo Carmine extract retarded the dissolution of mild steel in the acidic medium. The corrosion rate decrease with increase in concentration. The CR... Continue Reading

64) Comparative Determination Of Calcium And Magnesium In Food Substances Using Edta-titrimetry And Flame Atomic Absorption Spectrometry (faas)

A comparative study was carried out for the determination of calcium and magnesium in milk and water melon (food sources of calcium and magnesium). Mixed standard solutions of calcium and magnesium (spike) were added to the samples before digesting with a mixture of concentrated nitric acid and concentrated hydrochloric acid (1:3). The calcium and... Continue Reading

65) Determination Of Levels Of Lead In Paints To Which Young Children And Adults Are Exposed.

The Paint samples were gotten from old houses in areas of Ikorodu, Onipan, Lekki, Berger, Agbado-Ijaye, Lagos Island, Moremi and Makama hall (University of Lagos) and were digested using three different methods, which include 1)  Nitric acid and per-chloric acid digestion 2)  Nitric acid and hydrogen peroxide digestion 3)  Dry ashing digestion... Continue Reading

66) Evaluation Of Excessive Lifetime Cancer Risk Due To Natural Occurring Radionuclides And Heavy Metals In Lagos Beach Sediment Work

s Evaluation of anthropogenically enhanced naturally occurring radionuclides 238U, 232Th and 40K present in Lagos beach sediment (Eleko and Elegushi) were analyzed with gamma ray spectrometer using a highly shielded NaI (TI) detector with the objective of evaluating the environmental radiological hazard. Mineralogical analysis and... Continue Reading

67) Determination Of The Cyanide Content In Some Bitter Cassava Species In Parts Of Ohimini L.g.a Of Benue State

This project work was carried out to determine the cyanide content in some bitter cassava species in parts of Ohimini L.G.A of Benue State and finding out the best method to considerably reduce the high content in the cassava.... Continue Reading

68) Synthesis And 1hnmr Characterization Of Co(ii) And Fe(ii) Complexes Of Mixed Schiff Base Ligand Derived From Salicylaldehyde And 2-hydroxy-1-naphthaldehyde With 2-aminophenol

    A RESEARCH PROJECT BY   NKEMJIKA, EMMANUEL EKE 12/SC/CH/256   SUBMITTED TO   DEPARTMENT OF CHEMISTRY FACULTY OF SCIENCE UNIVERSITY OF UYO, UYO AKWA IBOM STATE    ... Continue Reading

69) Physicochemical Properties Of Starches Of Some Tropical Tubers

The starches of corms and cormels of red and white cocoyam (Colocasia esculenta) varieties, cassava (Manihot esculenta), sweet potato (Ipomea batata), bitter yam (Dioscorea dumentorum) and water yam (Dioscorea alata) were extracted. Their proximate compositions, physicochemical properties, mineral compositions and antinutrient contents... Continue Reading
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70) A Novel Biosenser For Hydrogen Peroxide Based On Horseradish Peroxidase Immobilised On A Zinc Oxidemultiwalled Carbon Nanotube Composite

A novel biosensor for hydrogen peroxide was constructed based on the immobilization of horseradish peroxidase on zinc oxide-multiwalled carbon nanotubes matrix. The model redox enzyme, horseradish peroxidase (HRP) was physically (physical adsorption) immobilized on the ZnO/MWCNT modified electrode surface. UV-Visible spectra of HRP and... Continue Reading

71) Determination Of Heavy Metals Levels In The Effluent Treatment Plant Of Paint And Coating Industry In Nairobi County

Industrialization and urbanization has increased tremendously in the last few years, especially in  underdeveloped countries, such as Kenya. This has resulted in rising demand for certain aesthetic  goods such as paints and coatings. Paint and coating industries use extensive raw materials in their  manufacturing processes that consist... Continue Reading

72) Chemical And Microbial Assessment Of Ground And ·surface Water Quality In Bwari Area Council, Abuja

The Chemical and miCrobial assessment of water quality was investigated with a view to obtain a qualitative and quantitative information on the state of drinking water in Bwari Area Council of Abuja., which. is known for its poor sanitary conditions. Samples of water were collected from boreholes., wells and stream from selected sites and... Continue Reading

73) Recycling Waste Polyethylene Materials To Useful Products Via Pyrolysis

A b s t r a c t Recycling of polyethylene waste to useful product is a way to reduce environmental problems caused by polymeric waste accumulation generated from day-to-day applications of polymer materials such packaging and construction. The recycling of polymeric waste... Continue Reading

74) Synthesis And 1hnmr Characterization Of Co(ii) And Fe(ii) Complexes Of Mixed Schiff Base Ligand Derived From Salicylaldehyde And 2-hydroxy-1-naphthaldehyde With 2-aminophenol

SYNTHESIS AND 1 HNMR CHARACTERIZATION OF Co(II) AND Fe(II) COMPLEXES OF MIXED SCHIFF BASE LIGAND DERIVED FROM SALICYLALDEHYDE AND 2-HYDROXY-1-NAPHTHALDEHYDE WITH 2-AMINOPHENOL A RESEARCH PROJECT BY NKEMJIKA, EMMANUEL EKE 12/SC/CH/256 SUBMITTED TO DEPARTMENT OF CHEMISTRY FACULTY OF SCIENCE UNIVERSITY OF UYO, UYO AKWA IBOM STATE IN PARTIAL... Continue Reading

75) Determination Of The Cyanide Content In Some Bitter Cassava Species In Parts Of Ohimini L.g.a Of Benue State

CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 Background to the Study Cassava (Manihot esculenta crantz) is a perennial crop native to tropical America [1, 2]. It originated from Brazil and was introduced to Africa by Portuguese traders in the 16° century... Continue Reading

76) Determination Of The Cyanide Content In Some Bitter Cassava Species In Parts Of Ohimini L.g.a Of Benue State

This project work was carried out to determine the cyanide content in some bitter cassava species in parts of Ohimini L.G.A of Benue State and finding out the best method to considerably reduce the high content in the cassava.... Continue Reading

77) Preliminary Determination Of The Active Components In Bitter Leaf Root (vernonia Amygdalina) Extracts In The Treatment Of Diabetes Mellitus

This research work is on the preliminary determination of active components in bitter leaf root ( vernonia amygdalina ) in the treatment of diabetes. Deficiency of hormone (insulin) causes diabetes mellitus, a disease due to too much of sugar being present in the blood. This is because without insulin in the body, the result is that sugar... Continue Reading

78) Preliminary Determination Of The Active Components In Bitter Leaf Root (vernonia Amygdalina) Extracts In The Treatment Of Diabetes Mellitus

This research work is on the preliminary determination of active components in bitter leaf root ( vernonia amygdalina ) in the treatment of diabetes. Deficiency of hormone (insulin) causes diabetes mellitus, a disease due to too much of sugar being present in the blood. This is because without insulin in the body, the result is that sugar... Continue Reading

79) Adsorption Efficiency Of Coconut Husk For Removal Of Rhodamine-b Dye From Aqueous Solution

The efficiency of acid modified locust bean pod (ALBP) as low cost adsorbent to remove  Rhodamine-B (Rh-B) dye from aqueous solution was studied. The morphology, functional groups and  elemental analysis of the adsorbent were investigated by SEM, FTIR, pH (pzc), and Boehm titration analytical techniques. Operational parameters such as... Continue Reading

80) Adsorption Efficiency Of Coconut Husk For Removal Of Rhodamine-b Dye From Aqueous Solution

The efficiency of acid modified locust bean pod (ALBP) as low cost adsorbent to remove  Rhodamine-B (Rh-B) dye from aqueous solution was studied. The morphology, functional groups and  elemental analysis of the adsorbent were investigated by SEM, FTIR, pH (pzc), and Boehm titration analytical techniques. Operational parameters such as... Continue Reading

81) Comparative Characterization Of Some Portland Cements Sold In Sokoto City.

The aim of this research was to characterize some Portland cements (Bua, Dangote and Sokoto cement) sold in Sokoto city using standard methods; due to the persistent collapse of buildings. The results showed that Sokoto cement recorded the least CaO content (58.99%) while Dangote cement had the highest CaO content being 61.56%. All the... Continue Reading

82) Synthesizing Of Copper Nano Particle

Development of improved methods for the synthesis of copper nanoparticles is of high priority for the advancement of material science and technology. Herein, starch-protected zero-valent copper (Cu) nanoparticles have been successfully synthesized by a novel facile route. The method is based on the chemical reduction in aqueous copper... Continue Reading

83) Pollution Indices Of Trace Metals In Roadside Soil

  Roadside soil samples were obtained from Eka Street, Oron Road, Ikot Ekpene Road and Nwaniba Road within Uyo metropolis, Akwa Ibom State. Roadside soils were also obtained from Uwana Lane and used as Control. These samples and Control were analysed for the concentration of Cadmium (Cd), Nickel (Ni), Lead (Pb), Zinc (Zn) and Iron using... Continue Reading

84) Evaluation Of Excessive Lifetime Cancer Risk Due To Natural Occurring Radionuclides And Heavy Metals In Lagos Beach Sediment Work

s Evaluation of anthropogenically enhanced naturally occurring radionuclides 238U, 232Th and 40K present in Lagos beach sediment (Eleko and Elegushi) were analyzed with gamma ray spectrometer using a highly shielded NaI (TI) detector with the objective of evaluating the environmental radiological hazard. Mineralogical analysis and... Continue Reading

85) Pollution Indices Of Trace Metals In Roadside Soil

  Roadside soil samples were obtained from Eka Street, Oron Road, Ikot Ekpene Road and Nwaniba Road within Uyo metropolis, Akwa Ibom State. Roadside soils were also obtained from Uwana Lane and used as Control. These samples and Control were analysed for the concentration of Cadmium (Cd), Nickel (Ni), Lead (Pb), Zinc (Zn) and Iron using... Continue Reading

86) Evaluation Of Excessive Lifetime Cancer Risk Due To Natural Occurring Radionuclides And Heavy Metals In Lagos Beach Sediment Work

s Evaluation of anthropogenically enhanced naturally occurring radionuclides 238U, 232Th and 40K present in Lagos beach sediment (Eleko and Elegushi) were analyzed with gamma ray spectrometer using a highly shielded NaI (TI) detector with the objective of evaluating the environmental radiological hazard. Mineralogical analysis and... Continue Reading

87) Comparative Characterization Of Some Portland Cements Sold In Sokoto City

The aim of this research was to characterize some Portland cements (Bua, Dangote and Sokoto cement) sold in Sokoto city using standard methods; due to the persistent collapse of buildings. The results showed that Sokoto cement recorded the least CaO content (58.99%) while Dangote cement had the highest CaO content being 61.56%. All the... Continue Reading

88) Comparative Characterization Of Some Portland Cements Sold In Sokoto City

The aim of this research was to characterize some Portland cements (Bua, Dangote and Sokoto cement) sold in Sokoto city using standard methods; due to the persistent collapse of buildings. The results showed that Sokoto cement recorded the least CaO content (58.99%) while Dangote cement had the highest CaO content being 61.56%. All the... Continue Reading

89) Determination Of Levels Of Lead In Paints To Which Young Children And Adults Are Exposed.

DETERMINATION OF LEVELS OF LEAD IN PAINTS TO WHICH YOUNG CHILDREN AND ADULTS ARE EXPOSED CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 History of paints Paints have been manufactured since prehistoric times. It is used to decorate, protect and prolong the life of natural and synthetic materials and act as a barrier against environmental conditions. They are used... Continue Reading

90) Synthesis And Characterization Of Pyridyl Based Schiff

Metal complexes are scientifically known to be active and effective as antibacterial, antivirus and some antifungal etc. This project work is targeted at preparing complex from transition metals say; cobalt, cupper, zinc and nickel and organic ligands synthesised from pyridyl based schiff bases, one from 2-aminopyridine and benzaldehyde and second... Continue Reading

91) Lipids Composition In The Egg Shell Of Domestic Fowl

Poultry eggs are eaten in most areas of the world with fewer social taboos associated with them than pigs and cattle. The most commonly used bird eggs are those from chicken. In Nigeria, the domestic foul dominates the poultry industry. Of the 120 million indigenous poultry population in Nigeria, the domestic fowl constitutes about 91 %... Continue Reading

92) Application Of Chemometric Technique In The Determination Of The Chemical Facies Of Groundwater Pollution Assessment In The Shallow Marine Aquiferous Sandstone In Udi And Environs

93) Phytochemical Screening And Antibacterial Activity Of Crude Root And Stem Bark Of Lannea Acida

Lannea acida is a plant known to have various medicinal and therapeutic properties. The phytochemicals or secondary metabolites and antibacterial activity of its root and stem bark were studied in this research work. The phytochemical screening of the plant was carried out using standard methods of analysis and these investigations... Continue Reading

94) In Vitro Evaluation Of Metal Chelating And Ferric Reducing Potentials Of Methanol Extracts Of Adasonia Digitata Leaf

Adansonia digitata L. (Malvaceae) is commonly known as baobab tree native to Africa. Baobab is a multi-purpose tree which offers protection and provides food, clothing and medicine as well as raw material for many useful items. This study aims to elucidate the metal chelating and ferric reducing potentials of methanol extracts of... Continue Reading

95) Analysis Of Trace Metals In Kidney And Skin Of Cowmeat Purchase From Urua Mbakara

  A RESEARCH PROJECT REPORT     ABSTRACT This study was to determine the concentration of trace metal (Cd, Pb, Fe, Cu and Zn) in the skin and kidney of a cowmeat. The analysis was carried out using Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometer (AAS). The concentration of... Continue Reading

96) Analysis Of Trace Metals In Muscle And Liver Of Cow Meat Purchase From Urua Ikot Osurua

ANALYSIS OF TRACEMETALS IN MUSCLE AND LIVER OF COWMEAT PURCHASE FROM URUA IKOT OSURUA. A RESEARCH PROJECT ABSTRACT The concentration of trace metals (cadmium, Lead, Iron, Copper and Zinc) in two organ (muscle and liver) from cow meat obtained from urua Ikot Osurua was determined using Atomic absorption spectrophotometer. Their result was as... Continue Reading

97) Effect Of Edta On Tomatoes Plants Seedlings Under Nickel Toxicity

CHAPTER ONE 1.0 INTRODUCTION 1.1 NICKEL 1.1.1 Occurrence Nickel (Ni) is a metallic element,with atomic number 28; atomic weight 58.69. Is a metal, which belongs to group VIIIB of the periodic table. The most important oxidation state of nickel is +2, although the +3 and +4 oxidation states are also known (Tundermann et al., 2005). Nickel resembles... Continue Reading

98) Quantitative Analysis Of Carotene And Ascorbic Acid From Carrot, Cucumber, Eggplant And Tomatoes

Spectroscopic method was used to determine quantities of carotene and ascorbic acid in carrot, cucumber, eggplant and tomatoes. The result shows that carrot has higher concentration of carotene =0.1430, follow by eggplant = 0.6950 and tomatoes = 0.0368 and cucumber has the least concentration of carotene =0.0139. The result also show... Continue Reading

99) Comparative Study Of Disinfectant Efficiency Of Ethanol,bleach, Phenolic Against Staphyloccocus Aeurus

comparative study of disinfectant efficiency of ethanol, bleach,phenolic is my project topic from covenant polytechnic aba, abia state.... Continue Reading

100) Determination Of Heavy Metals In Some Cosmetic Products Commonly Used Among Students Of Kaduna Polytechnic

The toxicity of heavy metals to humans as a result of long term exposure to pollutants consumer products such as cosmetics and other pollutants has been established. In this study, the levels of heavy metals in different cosmetic products commonly used among Kaduna Polytechnic students were assessed. The cosmetics were analyzed for heavy... Continue Reading

101) Synthesis, Characterization And Antibacterial Properties Of Nickel (ii) Amine Malonate And Nickel (ii) Amine Tartarate

Nickel amine carboxylate complexes were synthesized by reacting Ni(ii)chloride with ammonia, malonic and tartaric acid, which formed Nickel amine malonate and Nickel amine tartarate  of  blue and green crystal and  the percentage yield are of both complexes are 62.65% and 62.83% respectively. The decomposition temperatures were 218o C... Continue Reading

102) Studies On The Blastofiltration Potentials Of Selected Plant Seeds For The Treatment Of Lead And Cadmium Contaminated Water Samples

Phytoremediation, based on the theory of botanic tolerance and accumulation of certain pollutant, is a new developing ecological technique primarily used to clean polluted environment. Blastofiltration is applied to phytoremediation of heavy metal polluted water at present. The study used castor, okra, melon and moringa seeds as... Continue Reading

103) Analysis Of Difficulty Level Of The Course In Nigeria Certificate In Education (nce) Chemistry Curriculum: Pre-service Teachers Perspectives In Governemnt Owned Colleges Of Education In Enugu

104) Φ-sulfo Fatty Methyl Ester Sulfonates (Φ-mes): A New Anionic Surfactant

F-Sulfo Fatty Methyl Esters sulfonates (F- MES) are new anionic surfactants obtained via sulfoxidation of fatty acid methyl esters (FAME) with SO2, O2, and ultraviolet light of appropriate wavelength. The designation of Φ refers to the random positioning of SO3 in the alkyl chain. In this work we summarize the most relevant results of... Continue Reading

105) Synthesizing Of Copper Nano Particle

Development of improved methods for the synthesis of copper nanoparticles is of high priority for the advancement of material science and technology. Herein, starch-protected zero-valent copper (Cu) nanoparticles have been successfully synthesized by a novel facile route. The method is based on the chemical reduction in aqueous copper... Continue Reading

106) Comparative Determination Of Calcium And Magnesium In Food Substances Using Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometry And Edta Titrimetry

A  comparative study was carried out for the determination of calcium and magnesium in milk and water melon (food sources of calcium and magnesium). Mixed standard solutions of calcium and magnesium (spike) were added to the samples before digesting with a mixture of concentrated nitric acid and concentrated hydrochloric acid (1:3). The calcium... Continue Reading

107) Comparative Determination Of Calcium And Magnesium In Food Substances Using Edta-titrimetry And Flame Atomic Absorption Spectrometry (faas)

A comparative study was carried out for the determination of calcium and magnesium in milk and water melon (food sources of calcium and magnesium). Mixed standard solutions of calcium and magnesium (spike) were added to the samples before digesting with a mixture of concentrated nitric acid and concentrated hydrochloric acid (1:3). The calcium and... Continue Reading

108) Determination Of Some Selected Heavy Metals In Tomato (fruits And Leaves) And Onion Bulbs Collected From Hunkuyi Roadside Farms, Zaria.

 The concentration of heavy metals such as Pd, Cd, Cu and Cr were studied using AAS on vegetable samples such as Tomato (fruit and leaf) and Onion bulb. Trace element as Cu showed high concentration. The concentration of heavy metal like Cu ranged from of 0.155 to 0.024mg/kg in tomato fruit; 0.120 to 0.057mg/kg in leafy tomato; 0.118 to... Continue Reading

109) Translocation Of Heavy Metals From Soil To Vegetables (spinach And Okra) In Irrigated Farms Land By Nasarawa Toto River Banks In Nasarawa State.

This study was conducted to investigate the level of translocation of heavy metals in vegetables(spinach and okra) with soils samples from farmlands irrigated with Nasarawa Toto River Bank water in Nasarawa state Nigeria. Using atomic absorption spectrophotometry(AAS), concentrations of Pb, Cd and Cr are determined in ten different... Continue Reading

110) Studies On Corrosion Inhibition Potential Of Indigo Carmine On Mild Steel In Acidic Medium

Studies on corrosion inhibition potential of Indigo Carmine extract on mild steel in acidic medium was carried out using weight loss and electrochemical techniques. It was observed that the Indigo Carmine extract retarded the dissolution of mild steel in the acidic medium. The corrosion rate decrease with increase in concentration. The CR... Continue Reading

111) The Mechanochemical And Solvent – Based Synthesis And Characterization Of 3,4,5-trihydroxylbenzoic Acid Cu(ii) Complexes.

Mechanochemical synthesis of [Cu(OOCCH3)2(THB)2] and theMechanochemical synthesis of [Cu(OOCCH3)2(THB)2] were carried out, and a brown solid complexes obtained in both experiment was washed in ethanol respectively. The physical and instrumental characterisation of the complexes carried out revealed that the complexes obtained are the same... Continue Reading

112) The Effect Of Broken Homes On Science Education Students: A Case Study Of Some Selected Secondary Schools In Augie Local Government

INTRODUCTION The home is the primary institution for children, home as perceived by Abdulganiyu (1997), Christe (2009), defined home as a place in which an individual or a family can rest and store personal property.Haven’t define the concept of home it is therefore important to define family. The family can therefore, be looked at as a social... Continue Reading

113) Ict As Antidote In Learning Difficulty In Chemistry At Senior Secondary School Level

This study investigated the use of information and communication technology (ICT) as antidote in learning difficulty in chemistry in Ilesa-East L.G.A of Osun state. 100 students and 30 teachers were randomly selected for the study. The instruments used for collecting information were teachers’ and students’ questionnaires. Data... Continue Reading

114) Antimicrobial And Phytochemical Activities Of Datura Stramonium (gegemu Leaves)

1.0 INTRODUCTION  Daturastramoniumis an annual herb, with stem erect and spreading branches above. It is common in the waste land, fields and gardens in Baghdad district. Leaves, seeds and roots contain the alkaloid daturine (a mixture of the two alkaloids hyoscyamine and atropine) and also contain scopolamine alkaloid (Hyosine) acids, tannin and... Continue Reading

115) Effect Of Phosphorus Fertilizer On Growth And Yield Of Cowpea

TABLE OF CONTENT: i.      Acknowledgement ii.      Abstract iii.      Objective iv.      Introduction v.      Hypothesis vi.      Material &Method vii.      Data Result viii.      Discussion ix.      Conclusion x.      Recommendation xi.      Reference Cited  ... Continue Reading

116) Synthesis And 1hnmr Characterization Of Co(ii) And Fe(ii) Complexes Of Mixed Schiff Base Ligand Derived From Salicylaldehyde And 2-hydroxy-1-naphthaldehyde With 2-aminophenol

SYNTHESIS AND 1 HNMR CHARACTERIZATION OF Co(II) AND Fe(II) COMPLEXES OF MIXED SCHIFF BASE LIGAND DERIVED FROM SALICYLALDEHYDE AND 2-HYDROXY-1-NAPHTHALDEHYDE WITH 2-AMINOPHENOL A RESEARCH PROJECT BY NKEMJIKA, EMMANUEL EKE 12/SC/CH/256 SUBMITTED TO DEPARTMENT OF CHEMISTRY FACULTY OF SCIENCE UNIVERSITY OF UYO, UYO AKWA IBOM STATE IN PARTIAL... Continue Reading

117) Acid Rain

The major causes of pollution<br>its effects and solution... Continue Reading

118) Antifungal Activity Of Mimosa Pudica,isolation And Nmr Characterization Of Bioactive Components.

In this study, the whole plant of Mimosa pudica was extracted using absolute ethanol. The crude ethanolic extract and its isolated triterpenoid glycoside were tested for antifungal activity towards Aspergillus flavus and Trichophyton rubrum using Well Diffusion Method. At concentrations of 25 – 100 mg/mL, the extract possesses... Continue Reading

119) Bioethanol Production From Groundnut Shell (arachis Hypogaea) And Carpet Grass (axonopus Flexuosus) By Acid Hydrolysis Using Saccharomyces Cerevisiae

Groundnut (Arachis Hypogaea) shell and carpet grass (Axonopus flexuosus) were assessed for bioethanol production using dilute acid hydrolysis (10 %, 15 % and 20 % H2SO4) and fermentation using yeast (saccharomyces cerevisiae). The percentage yields were determined to be 27.15 %, 19.69 % and 8.79 % for groundnut shell and 22.69 %, 13.92 %... Continue Reading

120) Momordica Foetida Phytochemical Screening

CHAPTER ONE 1.0 INTRODUCTION Bioactive plants are commonly used by traditional healers or in folklore medicines for the relief of pain or some alignments. This act of m edication has made some plant families popular (Heinrich 2000; Kuete et al ., 2006).The acceptance of traditional medicine as an alternative form of health care has assisted... Continue Reading

121) Non Enzymatic Synthesis Of Bioethanol From Cellulose In Wastepaper Materials.

TABLE OF CONTENT Pages Title Page i Certification ii Dedication iii Acknowledgements iv Table of Contents v Abstract vii CHAPTER ONE 1.0 Introduction/Background of Study 1 1.1 Aim 4 1.2 Statement of Research Objective 4 1.3 Scope of Study 5 1.4 Literature Review 5 1.4.1 Structure and Composition of Lignocellulose Biomass 6 1.4.2 Cellulose 6 1.4.3... Continue Reading

122) Sorption Of Refampicin On Variable Soil

Sorption and desorption of rifampicin was assessed on three different soil. Sorption mechanism was studied in terms of equilibrium and kinetics at different pH. Linear, Freundlich and Langmuir isotherm models were adopted to study the isotherm. The experimental data were best described by pseudo-second order kinetics (R 2 = 1.00). It was observed... Continue Reading

123) Proximate And Chemical Characterization Of African Elemi Nuts

The proximate compositions of African elemi nut were investigated by analyzing the moisture content, crude fat, ash content, crude fibre, crude protein and total carbohydrates in the nut. The associations of official analytical chemist (AOAC, 2000) methods were used. The values obtained from the proximate analysis were; moisture content... Continue Reading

124) Production Of Potassium Salt (k2so4) From Agricultural Waste (unripe Plantain Peels)

The production of potassium salt K 2 ­SO 4 from unripe plantain agricultural waste was carried out. The sample randomly sourced from canteens located in Owerri West, Imo State. From the result of analysis carried out on the peels was found to contain highest level of K 2.55 ± 1.54 mg/g. other mineral component found were Na 159 ± 1.3... Continue Reading

125) Chemistry And Therapeutic Effects Of Analgesics

This work, Chemistry and Therapeutic Effects of Analgesics is an effort to bring together various works which has been done about drugs with analgesic properties, comparison of their effectiveness to pain management and the chemistry associated to pain. It also seeks to bring to the interest of a chemist, the import of application of a... Continue Reading

126) Effects Of Roofing Sheets On Harvested Water Run Off

Harvested water run-off from five different houses with stone coated roof were sampled in Ichida, Anambra state for the effect of the roof on the harvested water. The pH and metal content of the harvested water run-off were analyzed. The result of the analysis where compared with the World Health Organization standard. The results showed... Continue Reading

127) Extraction Of Lignin From Cocoa Pod Husk Theobroma Cacao)

Cocoa ( Theobroma cacao L .) fruits are important commodity of economic value since the seeds or beans is used to produce high demand products such as cocoa powder, butter and chocolate. The processing of cocoa fruits generates a large amount of cocoa pod husk discard as wastes ( Alemawor et al.,  2009). Cocoa pod husk represents between... Continue Reading

128) Production Of Surface Shine (polish)

This project is aimed at producing a good quality surface shine (polish) of long lasting value. For clarity, polish is a substance rubbed on the surface of materials to make them smooth and shinny. Polish has being of immense importance in protecting leather cum wooden surface and enhancing their beauty. To produce a stander polish, hard... Continue Reading

129) Evaluation Of Some Chemical Constituents Of Selected Energy Drinks

This research work examined and compares the physicochemical properties and some chemical constituents of selected energy drinks. Fourteen (14) brands of energy drinks samples consisting eleven (11) liquid and three (3) powdered forms were randomly purchased. All samples were analyzed for their physicochemical properties (pH, turbidity,... Continue Reading

130) Optimization Of Biodiesel Production From Yellow Oleander And Castor Oils And Studies Of Their Fuel Properties

The optimization of biodiesel production from two non-edible oils and studies of their fuel and biodegradability properties was carried out. The two oil feedstocks (Yellow oleander and Castor oils) were extracted from their seeds using an oil expeller and their physicochemical properties such as iodine value, moisture content,... Continue Reading

131) Phytochemical And Antimicrobial Screening Of The Stem Bark Extracts) Of Indigofera Arrecta Hochst Ex A. Rich(fabaceae)

The Pulverized stem bark of Indigofera arrecta was exhaustively extracted with methanol and concentrated in vacuo using rotary evaporator at 40 0C.The extract was later subjected to solvent partitioning to yield soluble extracts of n-hexane, ethyl acetate, chloroform, and methanol. General phytochemical screening of the fractions revealed... Continue Reading

132) Phytochemical And Antimicrobial Screening Of The Stem Bark Extract(s) Ofindigofera Arrectahochst Ex A. Rich(fabaceae)

The Pulverized stem bark of  Indigofera arrecta was exhaustively extracted with methanol and concentrated in vacuo using rotary evaporator at 40 0C.The extract was later subjected to solvent partitioning to yield soluble extracts of n-hexane, ethyl acetate, chloroform, and methanol. Genernal phytochemical screening of the fractions... Continue Reading

133) Phytochemical And Antimicrobial Screening Of The Stem Bark Extract(s) Of Indigofera Arrectahochst Ex A. Rich (fabaceae)

The Pulverized stem bark of  Indigofera arrecta was exhaustively extracted with methanol and concentrated in vacuo using rotary evaporator at 40 0C.The extract was later subjected to solvent partitioning to yield soluble extracts of n-hexane, ethyl acetate, chloroform, and methanol. Genernal phytochemical screening of the fractions... Continue Reading

134) Evaluation Of Some Heavy Metals Concentrations In Chocolate, Candies And Tomato Puree

This study was initiated as a follow-up information on some impounded products tomato puree (Samples A and B) chocolates and candies (Samples C, D, E and F) imported from China, and sold in Nigerian markets. This result as their failure to meet National Agency for food drug administration and control (NAFDAC) regulatory standard. Samples... Continue Reading

135) Application Of Environmental Management Systems In A Soap Production Plant

This research work focused on the application of environmental management systems in a soap production plant. An environmental management systems (EMS) is a tool used to implement a structure programme of continual improvement in environmental management system. It is a tool for managing the impacts of organization’s activities in the... Continue Reading

136) The Inhibitive Effect Of Alanine On Corrosion Of Aluminium In 0.5 M Hcl Solution Using The Weight Loss Technique

CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 BACKGROUND OF STUDY  1.1.1 CORROSION  Corrosion is defined as a natural process, which converts refined metal to their more stable oxide. It is the gradual destruction or degradation of materials (usually metals) by chemical reaction with their environment which are most likely inevitable. Corrosion is a natural and... Continue Reading

137) The Production Of Biodiesel (fame) From Palm Kernel Oil (pko) Using Concentrated Sulphuric Acid As Catalyst

CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.0     GENERAL INTRODUCTION Energy is a fundamental pillar of modern society as well as being an essential building block for socio-economic development (UNIDO, 2007). The awareness of the imminent depletion of fossil fuels coupled with a global energy crisis has stimulated interest in the research for alternative... Continue Reading

138) Phytochemical Screening Of Water Extract Of Pumpkin Leaves

ABSTRACT The research investigated the extract and phytochemical screening of (pumpkin leaves). The plant leaves were collected dried grinded and extracted using water by a cold extraction (maceration) method. The filtrated was concentrated and their subjected to phytochemical screening... Continue Reading

139) Ethanol Production From Yam Peels

ABSTRACT This research was set out to investigate the microbiological and physiochemical parameters of yam peels, these were carried out using standard methods and the result obtained showed that the total bacteria counts of the fresh yam peels was 3.52x105efuml on day 0 of analysis. Further analysis in subsequent... Continue Reading

140) Drying Of Calcium Sulphate Slurry

ABSTRACT Drying is a unit operation that is employed to calcuim sulphate slurries in order to remove or reduce the content of the liquid to an acceptable low value. The liquid content of a dried calcium sulphate varies from product to product. The experiment was carried out in the ceramic laboratory where the same... Continue Reading

141) Production Of Surface Active Agents (laundry Soap) In Chemistry Laboratory

PRODUCTION OF SURFACE ACTIVE AGENTS (LAUNDRY SOAP) IN CHEMISTRY LABORATORY ABSTRACT In this project work, the researcher analysed the properties of surface-active agents (laundry soap) to be an excellent cleanser because of its ability to remove stains from surfaces. The researcher work was based mainly on internet print out, textbooks and... Continue Reading

142) Nvestigation Of The Production Of Good Quality Ethanol From Local Raw Material (cassava) Using Micro Organism Within Our Locality

INVESTIGATION OF THE PRODUCTION OF GOOD QUALITY ETHANOL FROM LOCAL RAW MATERIAL (CASSAVA) USING MICRO ORGANISM WITHIN OUR LOCALITY ABSTRACT A literature review of ethanol production from local materials especially from cassava is presented. The study was carried out to investigate the production of a good quality ethanol from cassava using... Continue Reading

143) Differential Calculus And Its Application To Every Day Life

ABSTRACT In this project we review the work of some authors on differential calculus. Different types of functions and the method for finding their derivatives were also considered the application of differential calculus was death with to show the importance of this work. TABLE OF... Continue Reading

144) The Causes And Effect Of Malnutrition Among Children Between Ages One To Fifteen (1-15) Years: A Case Study Of Oredo Local Government Area Of Edo State

ABSTRACT Based on the fact that there has been a high rate of poor nutrition in Oredo local government area of Edo State, the study determine the causes and effect of the condition child under age... Continue Reading

145) Extraction And Estimation Of Vitamin C Content In Tangerine Juice

ABSTRACT The estimation of vitamin C in Tangerine Juice was investigated, the results obtained using titrimetric method shows that one tangerine fruit juice contains approximately 10mg of vitamin C content, and the 19 fruits sample used in the experiment contains about 190mg of... Continue Reading

146) Extraction And Estimation Of Vitamin C Content In Tangerine Juice

ABSTRACT The estimation of vitamin C in Tangerine Juice was investigated, the results obtained using titrimetric method shows that one tangerine fruit juice contains approximately 10mg of vitamin C content, and the 19 fruits sample used in the experiment contains about 190mg of... Continue Reading

147) Ethanol Production From Yam Peels

ABSTRACT This research was set out to investigate the microbiological and physiochemical parameters of yam peels, these were carried out using standard methods and the result obtained showed that the total bacteria counts of the fresh yam peels was 3.52x105efuml on day 0 of analysis. Further analysis in subsequent... Continue Reading

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