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Response Surface Methodology in the Optimization of Biodiesel Production from Palm Kernel Oil and Cellobiose by Acid Catalysis in Non-solvent Medium
Abstract: Cellobiose, rich in hydroxyl (OH) functional groups was used in a solventless transesterification process with Palm Kernel Oil (PKO) to produce high-quality biodiesel and glycerol. Response Surface Methodology (RSM) was used to examine the effect of reaction temperature, catalyst concentration, reaction time, and cellobiose: oil ratio to optimize the process parameters for highpurity and yield of consequent biodiesel. The process was an acid-catalyzed transesterification reacton of Palm Kernel Oil and …
Published in International Journal of Green Chemistry · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 1–22 Read article
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Cotton Seed for Biodiesel: A Review
Abstract: The planet's ecology is being harmed by our dependency on fossil fuels to supply its rising need for energy. Finding green technologies that produce fewer greenhouse gases is urgently needed. Even though there are different types of fuel such as liquified petroleum gas, compressed natural gas, ethanol, methanol, etc. still there is a need for eco-friendly fuel. With fewer adverse environmentalconsequences, biofuels have many benefits. Biodiesel derived from the transesterification …
Published in International Journal of Green Chemistry · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 39–40 Read article
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Creating Awareness on Toxic Nature of Mercury
Abstract: In our day to day life, we come across in contact with hundreds of substances such as natural or synthetic which are toxic. A dangerous heavy metal that is widely present in nature is mercury. Most frequently affected by mercury toxicity includes systems like neurologic, renal organ system, and gastrointestinal system. Ingestion, injection or inhalation of any type of mercury, including skin absorption of mercury can all result in poisoning …
Published in International Journal of Green Chemistry · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 34–38 Read article
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Studies on Interaction of SDS with HPMC Using Central Composite Design
Abstract: The conductivity measurements were used to study the interaction between non-ionic biopolymers, hydroxypropyl methyl cellulose (HPMC) and the anionic surfactant- sodium dodecyl sulphate (SDS) in aqueous solutions of different concentrations and at temperatures along with the use of Response Surface Methodology (RSM). Calculations were made of the free energies of aggregation ΔGagg, micellization (Gmic), and transfer (Gt), all of which are connected to the bonding interaction between the surfactant and …
Published in International Journal of Green Chemistry · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 20–33 Read article
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Risk Assessment of Polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) in Fish Samples from Otamiri River, Imo State, Nigeria
Abstract: The presence of Polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) in water poses human and ecological health risks in Nigeria. Polychlorinated biphenyls present in three fish species (T. Zilli, E. Fimbriata and C. Nigrodigitatus), and its related health risk via consumption of fish from Otamiri river in Imo State Nigeria has been duly investigated in this study. A risk quotient (RQ) for fish consumption was applied to evaluate the related health risk. A total …
Published in International Journal of Green Chemistry · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 10–19 Read article
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A Study to Analyze Pectin Extracted from the Peels of Lemon (Citrus lemon), Grapefruit (Citrus paradisi) and Sweet Orange (Citrus sinensis)
Abstract: The present study carried out was on the production of the lactic acid by the lactic acid bacteria under the submerged fermentation conditions using three different supplements of fermentation media including sugarcane juice, sugar beet juice and sugarcane molasses. The study also aimed on the comparative study in lactic acid production under different substrates. For this, the lactic acid bacteria were isolated from the curd sample by the spread plate …
Published in International Journal of Green Chemistry · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 46–68 Read article
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Assessment of Production and Profit in Agricultural Sectors During COVID-19 Pandemic in Darjeeling Hills, India
Abstract: This paper represents the effect of Covid-19 pandemic on agriculture and farming of Rajbari area, two and half kilometers away from Darjeeling town. In this survey work the total period of survey was divided into three slots, period from 10th September 2017 to 9th September 2018, 10th September 2018 to 9th September 2019 and 10th September 2019 to 9th September 2020 (which includes the lockdown as well as unlock phases). …
Published in International Journal of Green Chemistry · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Soil : Our Need
Abstract: Helpful soil microorganisms exist in soils, so these species are nature's unsung heroes. They develop potential interaction with plants, among other things, to shield them from harm and give plants with nourishment. Dust, chemicals, as well as other unwanted substances from surface water by soil. Which is because many of the healthiest sources of water are underground. Natural methods, like soil uptake, chemical filtration, and the nutrition cycle, according to …
Published in International Journal of Green Chemistry · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 77–81 Read article
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Soil Health Testing using IOT Devices
Abstract: For proper farming, soil testing has become a need. There are numerous soil testing procedures available. Soil quality used to be performed in companies and research institutions, and it required a years and a lot of work to get findings. Soil testing using numerous moveable sensors is now possible in today's environment, thanks to technological improvements and digitization. The internet of things has made it easy to link devices to …
Published in International Journal of Green Chemistry · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 69–76 Read article
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Invitro Studies on Isolation, Screening and Characterization of Streptokinase from Bacillus SPP
Abstract: Streptokinase have isolated from the Bacillus spp. by using fermentation. The soil sample have collected from the different area of the Lucknow. The Gram’s staining was used to determining Bacillus spp. The screening method was used for the characterization for the bacteria. The enzyme concentration measured by using Lowry’s protein estimation method. Caseinolytic activity have performed to study the enzyme activity. Many different enzymes are required to bring about the …
Published in International Journal of Green Chemistry · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 19–35 Read article
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Soil Pollution Leads to Environmental Degradation
Abstract: For the past thirty years, our environment has been degrading. Unwanted human activities are the principal source of environmental damage. Fuels were employed as a source of energy during the industrial revolution, causing environmental devastation. The root cause of environmental degradation is modern technological advancement. Urbanization, population growth, increased energy usage, and agricultural practises are all contributing to environmental changes. Plants, animals, humans, and microorganisms are all negatively affected by …
Published in International Journal of Green Chemistry · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 41–45 Read article
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Green Synthesis, Characterization and Antimicrobial Studies of Ni(II) and Cu(II) Schiff Base Complexes
Abstract: Solvent-assisted mechanochemical reaction was used to synthesize new transition metal complexes of Ni(II) and Cu(II) with Schiff base ligand (H2L) obtained from condensation of 2-hydroxy-1- napthaldehyde with 2 aminobenzimidazole. Melting point/decomposition temperature, solubility test, FT-IR, powder x-ray analysis, conductivity measurement, magnetic susceptibility, elemental microanalysis, and UV/VIS spectral investigations were used to characterize the Schiff base and complexes. The complexes are of varied colours and have sharp melting points, and they …
Published in International Journal of Green Chemistry · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 9–18 Read article
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Review of Remediation of Hg & Cd from Industrial Waste water Using Different Methods
Abstract: Global modernization increasing adverse impact to the aquatic environment mainly due to industrial discharge of waste water. The industrial waste containing nutrients and heavy metals i.e. Hg and Cd leads to eutrophication in water bodies. Various industries released various heavy metals to the natural water bodies. Any kind of heavy metals released to the environment is carcinogenic or toxic in nature. So removal of heavy metals from waste water is …
Published in International Journal of Green Chemistry · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 36–40 Read article
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Ethanol Production from Banana Peels by Fermentation Process using Yeast
Abstract: The need of energy is increasing day by day and sustainability is becoming important factor in growth. To fulfil the need of rising population, it has become necessary to find alternative sources of fuel. Non-renewable sources are depleting fast. Use of renewable sources has become important area of research in sustainable engineering. Synthesis of biofuel from waste feedstock is being explored for increasing fuel economy and reduce environmental footprints. Ethanol …
Published in International Journal of Green Chemistry · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Study of Groundwater and Surface Water Remediation
Abstract: Groundwater remediation is the process of treating contaminated groundwater by removing contaminants or converting them to harmless chemicals. Water that saturates the pore space in the subsurface and is located beneath the ground surface is known as groundwater. Between 25% and 40% of the world's drinking water comes from boreholes and dug wells. Farmers need groundwater to irrigate crops, while industry use it to make everyday items. Even though most …
Published in International Journal of Green Chemistry · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 21–26 Read article
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Review on Solar Panels a Smart Technology
Abstract: SolarEdge power optimizers, which are little devices that connect into every solar panel in your array and accomplish three very important things, are included with the solar panels that Power home solar instals. The models "improve energy output from photovoltaic systems by constantly tracking the highest power point of each module individually," according to Solar Edge. That is, solar panels communicate with one another to deliver the maximum amount of …
Published in International Journal of Green Chemistry · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 15–20 Read article
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Development of Pectin from the Peels of Orange, Guava, Apple, Aspergillus niger
Abstract: Pectin is a valuable product recovered primarily from citrus and apple waste. The average cost of high and low methoxyl pectin is around $10 and $12 kg1, respectively. Pectin is used in a variety of foods, including jams, jellies, marmalades, ketchups, sauces, juices, concentrates, syrups, and yoghurt. However, it is also used in pharmaceutical preparation, such as medical formulations, to stabilise suspensions. Aside from fresh consumption, the majority of the …
Published in International Journal of Green Chemistry · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 27–41 Read article
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Green Chemistry as Pollution Reducer
Abstract: Green chemistry is considered to be response with a view to reducing the damage of environment by manmade materials and the prepossess used to produce them there are several techniques with India for obtaining good quality seeds and different methods of irrigation. There is a tremendous increase in the use of fertilizer and pesticides with a view to having a great yield and obtaining self-sufficiency through in food production. Excessive …
Published in International Journal of Green Chemistry · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 11–14 Read article
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Particulate Matter and Management Regarding Ambient Air Pollution Surrounding coal-based Thermal Power Plants and Opencast Coal Mines
Abstract: Air pollution in a considerable lot of India’s cities exceeds national and international standards, and effective pollution control methodologies require information on the sources that add to air pollution and their spatiotemporal changeability. The suspended solids in particulate matter affect the human respiratory system (and change the production also). The environmental effect of coalmines in terms of influences the h along with a dusting of machinery was observed. The investigation …
Published in International Journal of Green Chemistry · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 1–10 Read article
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Review on Antioxidant Evaluation of 1,2,3-triazole Derivatives Synthesized by Click Chemistry
Abstract: In this review, an important method for preparing 1,2,3-triazole from a simple reaction is considered within the topic of green chemistry, which is the reaction of the click chemistry of the azide-alkyne cycloaddition reaction in the presence of copper as a catalyst. This reaction is characterized by the preparation of 1,4 disubstituted 1,2,3-triazoles with a single isomer without the use of high temperature and by using a non-hazardous solvent and …
Published in International Journal of Green Chemistry · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 42–69 Read article