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A Noteworthy Role of Green Chemistry in Routine LifeBy Varsha Deshraj
Abstract: Green chemistry is the innovative and rapid emerging branch of chemistry. The commencement of Green Chemistry is considered as a response to the need to reduce the damage of the environment by man - made materials and the processes used to produce them. Green chemistry could include anything from reducing waste to even disposing of waste in the correct manner. All chemical wastes should be disposed of in the best …
Published in International Journal of Green Chemistry · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 14–17 Read article →
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Microalgae in Bioremediation of Waste water and Production of BioproductsBy Varsha Deshraj
Abstract: Domestic wastewater treatment and remediation is an exclusive practice due to substantial time and scheduling needed for fruitful management. Recent waste water treatment plants are extremely mechanical and costly to build and sustain. Maximum of the domestic waste water is considered feeble or average in strength with nitrogen levels between 20–40 mg/L and phosphorus levels between 4–8 mg/L[3]. These concentrations of nitrogen and phosphorus are unwanted as they can lead …
Published in International Journal of Green Chemistry · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 37–39 Read article →
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Jatropha curcas L.: A promising source of Biofuels for Pollution Free EnvironmentBy Varsha Deshraj
Abstract: Jatropha curcas L. has been propagated as unique and potential tropical plant for augmenting renewable energy sources due to its several merits for which it deserves to be considered as sole plant in the tangible and intangible benefits of ecology and environment. The species has been advocated for extensive plantations on degraded wasteland throughout the world. Presently, this plant has received much attention because of its immense role in bio-diesel …
Published in International Journal of Renewable Energy and its Commercialization · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 1–7 Read article →
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Endosulfan: A Noxious Agrochemical for the Health of Human BeingsBy Varsha Deshraj
Abstract: Endosulfan, an organochlorine pesticide, is a broad spectrum contact insecticide widely used in pest control. It is used in a wide range of crops including cereals, coffee, cotton, fruit, oil seeds, potato, tea and vegetables. There is a global concern over the acute toxicity of endosulfan. This article will make us understand the accurate meaning of Endosulfan (insecticide) and also why it is harmful for the health of human beings. …
Published in International Journal of Agrochemistry · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 6–9 Read article →