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347 articles for “soils”
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Experimental-based Study of Justicia carnea and Moringa oleifera Extract on Crude oil Remediation of Contaminated Loamy Soil
Abstract: This study was carried out to investigate the comparison of the performance of Justicia carnea and Moringa oleifera plants extract treated with direct sunlight and the absence of sunlight on the bioremediation process of crude oil contaminated loamy soil. Total petroleum hydrocarbon degraded,total microbial count, pH, amount of nitrogen, phosphate, and potassium, soil total organic carbon, total soil organic matter were examined. Twenty one (21) batch reactors were used for …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Chemistry · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 7–23 Read article
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Soil Stabilization with Waste Shredded Rubber Tyre Chips
Abstract: Soil stabilization means modification of the soil properties by the addition of any other material to meet the required engineering requirements. Construction engineering structures on the weak soils are considered to be unsafe. The load bearing capacity of these weak soils can be improved by means of various ground improvement techniques. Use of waste shredded rubber tyre chips in geotechnical engineering for enhancing the soil properties has received great attention …
Published in International Journal of Geological and Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Evaluations of Treatment Performance of Tangerine and Cashew Leaves in TPH Removal from Contaminated Swampy and Clay Soils
Abstract: This study evaluates the effectiveness of two plant-based treatments, Tangerine (Citrus reticulata) and Cashew (Anacardium occidentale) leaves, in the bioremediation of Total Petroleum Hydrocarbons (TPH) from polluted swampy soil. The performance of these treatments was assessed over an 84-day period using 100g of each treatment. The results demonstrated significant degradation of TPH, with Tangerine leaf showing a slight edge over Cashew leaf in the remediation process of crude oil- contaminated …
Published in International Journal of Green Chemistry · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 29–34 Read article
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Growth Potential and Effects of Leucaena leucocephala on Physicochemical Properties of Spent Engine Oil Polluted Soil
Abstract: Reclamation of spent engine oil (SEO) polluted soil is important for agricultural development in our environment. The greenhouse experiment was conducted for 16 weeks to investigate the potential of Leucaena leucocephala (LL) to survive in and improve the physicochemical properties in soil polluted with SEO at; 2.5%, 5%, 10% v/w and 0% served as the control. Plant height and girth were taken weekly and bulk density, porosity, pH, nitrogen, phosphorus, …
Published in International Journal of Plant Biotechnology · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 15–23 Read article
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Some Major Takeaways: International Year of Soils: 2015
Abstract: On December 5, 2015, hundreds of events and initiatives took place across the world to celebrate soils. This World Soil Day is special for more than a singular reason. The 68th UN General Assembly declared 2015 the International Year of Soils (IYS). The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations has been nominated to implement the IYS 2015, under the agenda of the Global Soil Partnership, together with …
Published in International Journal of Agrochemistry · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 17–19 Read article
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Studies on Batch Leaching of Excess Salt from Agricultural Soil
Abstract: This paper discusses about the experimentation on leaching of salt from agricultural soil. The leaching behavior of agricultural soil is studied for the recovery of salt. The main aim of leaching of salt from agricultural soil is to remove the salt from agricultural soil as the presence of salt in soil affects the soil fertility and causes 'structural breakdown' in grains. Hence this process is used to remove excess salts …
Published in International Journal of Agrochemistry · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 40–45 Read article
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Investigation on the Viability and Performance of Justicia Carnea Plant Extracts Treated on Crude Oil Remediation in Loamy Soil
Abstract: This study was carried out to investigate the viability and the performance of Justicia carnea plant extracts treated with direct sunlight and the absence of sunlight on the bioremediation process of crude oil contaminated loamy soils sample obtained from the Otari community in Abua Local Government Area of Rivers State of Nigeria. Total petroleum hydrocarbon degraded, total microbial count, pH, amount of nitrogen, phosphate, and potassium, soil total organic carbon, …
Published in International Journal of Agrochemistry · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 1–21 Read article
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Stabilization of Red soil by using Boiler Feed Ash
Abstract: Red soil is the one of the irrigation soil. Most of plants are grown in this soil. The red soil has the most iron content when compared to other soils and it has also got various chemical properties. The red soil has less bearing strength and more water permeability. By the addition of fly ash and BFA to the red soil the liquid limit, plastic limit and bearing strength can …
Published in International Journal of Geological and Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 9–13 Read article
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A REVIEW ON THE VARIOUS TYPES OF SOIL CONTAMINATION WITH REMEDIATION
Abstract: The paper deals about the plethora of soil contamination by the industrial activities or accidental leakage. Several contaminations of soils have been included in the paper and suggested remediation methods for the remediation of contaminated soil is also discussed in the paper. Rise of population growth leads to large amount of demand, which affects the industrial growth. The re use of waste or any other surplus additives and bio-surfactants for …
Published in International Journal of Geological and Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 30–37 Read article
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Advancing the Strength of Expansive Soil using BioEnzyme and Pond-Ash
Abstract: Expansive soils are problematic and prone to ground movements, which can seriously harm underlying structures and reduce their carrying ability. The expansive nature of soils is activated by moisture fluctuations, causing it to expand and contract. There are many stabilizing chemicals that have been used to treat Black Cotton soil, including lime, cement, and fly ash. Recently, it has become clear that using bio-enzymes to stabilize soil has a lot …
Published in International Journal of Geological and Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 18–27 Read article
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Modeling the Shape of Compaction Curve for Asphalt Stabilized Soil
Abstract: The knowledge and modeling of the exact shape of the laboratory compaction curve provides a means for a good understanding of the susceptibility of soil to water. The models provide effective means for quantifying the sensitivity of the compaction process to the various factors affecting the process. The basic mathematical description of soil compaction is the relationship between molding moisture and the dry density. Two types of soil and three …
Published in International Journal of Transportation Engineering and Traffic System · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 10–21 Read article
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EROSION OF UNDERLYING SOIL
Abstract: Abstract : To protect underlying soil erosion on which foundation base is provided like apron provided in water retaining structure like dam, weir etc. In flood zone area this apron is provided at foundation base of building, near village which is situated near bank of river underlying soil erosion will be prevented when apron is provided. Near bank of river (village situated) for protection of village near bank of river …
Published in International Journal of Geological and Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 20–25 Read article
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Influence of Treatment on Soil Potassium: A Comparative Study Using Mango Leaf and Bitter Leaf
Abstract: This research investigates the influence of two organic amendments, Mango leaf and Bitter leaf, on the potassium content in swampy and clay soils. Potassium plays a crucial role in supporting microbial activity during bioremediation, making it an essential nutrient in hydrocarbon-contaminated environments. The study explores the temporal variation in potassium concentrations in soils treated with powdered Mango leaves, Bitter leaves, yeast, and NPK fertilizer over a period of 84 days. …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Chemistry · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 71–75 Read article
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Investigation on the Characteristics of Chromolaena Odorata (Awolowo leaf) in Petroleum Hydrocarbon Degradation in Loamy Soil Environment
Abstract: The application of Chromolaena odorata (Awolowo leaf), processed into powder form, was used as a biostimulant for petroleum hydrocarbon degradation and mitigation in a loamy soil environment. In this investigation, the physicochemical and microbial characteristics of the sample were determined, as presented in this research, including pH, electrical conductivity (EC), total nitrogen (T.N), total phosphorus (T.P), potassium (K), total organic carbon, and P. fluorescence. Corynebacterium sp., Arthrobacter, Bacillus, Acinetobacter iwoffi, …
Published in International journal of Thermodynamics and Chemical Kinetics · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 13–23 Read article
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Comparative Biosorption Analysis of Chicken Feathers and Absorbent Pads on Crude Oil Contaminated Soil
Abstract: The study was done for the biosorption of hydrocarbon contaminated soil using chicken feather waste (CFW) and adsorbent pad adsorbents (AP). The adsorbents materials were sourced locally and prepared accordingly and made ready for the adsorption process. To analyze the adsorption of crude oil from contaminated soil, the following time intervals were used: 0 weeks, 4 weeks, 8 weeks, 12 weeks, 15 weeks, and 20 weeks. Additionally, varying amounts of …
Published in International Journal of Industrial Biotechnology and Biomaterials · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 13–33 Read article
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Performance Evaluation of Azadirachta indica Leaf on Crude Oil Contaminated Soils
Abstract: The intention of this research was to ascertain the effectiveness of sun-dried and room-dried Azadirachta indica leaf at varying quantities, in the remediation of sandy and loamy soils contaminated with 100ml of crude oil. Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry method was used to test for the physicochemical properties of the materials used for the experiment. The unpolluted loamy soil was observed to contain pH of 6.75, electric conductivity of 10.36µS/cm, Total Oxygen …
Published in International Journal of Plant Biotechnology · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 35–45 Read article
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Basics of anti-erosion protection of cultivated soils of mountain and Foothill areas of Azerbaijan
Abstract: Abstract : The article deals with the problem of protection of soil from erosion soil erosion Problems. There is an urgent task of national importance, a decision that deepens year by year. Admittedly, it is associated with both the knowledge of the outstanding role of the soil in the life of the biosphere, and recognizing that allowing 43.3% of the whole territory of Azerbaijan have experienced any type of erosion. …
Published in International Journal of Agrochemistry · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 15–22 Read article
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Effect of Manure on the Physical, Chemical and Biological Properties of Soil
Abstract: Manure is the rotten form of dead plants and animals. It is organic matter that is used as organicfertilizer in agriculture and donate to the fertility of soil by adding organic matter and nutrients, andit can be classified as animal manure, green manure, and compost manure. To meet the nutrientrequirement of crop using organic manures would be an inevitable practice in the years to come forsustainable agriculture since organic manures …
Published in International Journal of Agrochemistry · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 7–14 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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Impact of Solid Waste Disposal on Soil Physicochemical Parameters and Selected Enzyme Activities: A Case Study from Nekede Dumpsite, Nigeria
Abstract: This study assessed the influence of solid waste disposal on soil physicochemical parameters in Nekede dumpsite Owerri, Imo state Nigeria. The study area is a solid waste dumpsite located between latitude 5° 25' 59.99"N and longitude 7°01'60.00"E DMS coordinates along No. 1 old Nekede road and beside the Otamiri river. The study area was partitioned into four (4) quadrants while facing the river with samples collected at three (3) different …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Chemistry · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 40–49 Read article