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23 articles for “aquatic environment”
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Modeling the Behavior of Metal Corrosion in Aquatic Environments at Varying Depth
Abstract: The failures of engineering structures situated in the aquatic environment caused by corrosion cannot be over-emphasized. This research work addressed the effects of depths, heavy metals, microbial activities, and physiochemical properties of the water body on the corrosion of submerged metal structures in the water body (the water body is assumed flowing). Model techniques were applied to evaluate the relationship between diffusion and weight loss, as well as velocity and …
Published in International Journal of Metallurgy and Alloys · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Nanomaterials as Promising Agents for Microplastic Reduction in Water Systems: A Review
Abstract: Microplastics pollution in water bodies has emerged as a global environmental concern, posing significant threats to aquatic ecosystems and human health due to its perseverance, bioaccumulation, and potential toxicity. Traditional removal techniques for contaminants in water treatment include sedimentation, adsorption, and filtration, each utilizing distinct methods to separate and eliminate pollutants. Techniques adopted for microplastics removal are not efficient and cause several environmental issues. To overcome the drawbacks of such …
Published in International Journal of Nanomaterials and Nanostructures · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 65–80 Read article
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Articulating Precarious Waters: A Critical Review of Pharmaceutical Contaminants, Their Pathways, and Ecological–Health Risks in the Aquatic Systems of Bihar, India
Abstract: The article examines the emerging yet under-documented issue of pharmaceutical contaminants in Bihar’s aquatic environment, focusing on their types, occurrence, sources, and implications for ecology and human health. Pharmaceuticals and personal care products-including antibiotics, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, analgesics, beta‑blockers, and hormones – are conceptualized as pseudo-persistent pollutants because continuous inputs from households, healthcare facilities, and diffuse anthropogenic activities sustain their presence in surface water and groundwater despite individual compounds having …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 28–51 Read article
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Examining the Rate of Change of Some Physicochemical Properties of a Polluted Water Environment as a Result of Crude Oil Spill
Abstract: This study was designed to look at how the physicochemical characteristics of the aquatic environment changed as a result of crude oil spillage. Samples were collected for analysis of physicochemical parameters, Total Dissolved Oxygen, Total Bacteria Counts (TBC) and Total Petroleum Hydrocarbon (TPH) content etc., for a period 84 days at 14 days intervals. Over the course of the analysis, the value of oil & grease varied between sampling points …
Published in International Journal of Renewable Energy and its Commercialization · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 29–34 Read article
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The Potential of Bacterial Nanoparticles in Vermicast: Facilitating Microplastic Biodegradation for Environmental Remediation
Abstract: Globally, the plastic pollution has become a major issue that poses a major threat to the soil ecosystem. Plastic degradation is a quite challenging process as plastic persists in the environment for longer durations causing harm to surrounding flora and fauna. Polyethylene is most abundantly found as a contaminant in the environment. It may enter the food chain causing harm to health. The dynamics of microplastic pollution in soils, as …
Published in International Journal of Nanomaterials and Nanostructures · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2024 Read article
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Forefronts in degradation of wood
Abstract: Wood is an engineering material affected by bacteria, fungi assisted by moisture content in medium and recyclability of chemical conversion in wood by climate changes. Decay of wood is prevented by preservative and control of environment. Control of water content by modification improve durability or prevent basis of fungal decay. References of wood properties are studied from archeological stocks of ancient wood cultures exposed under different terrestrial and aquatic environments. …
Published in International Journal of Green Chemistry · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 15–23 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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Optimization Strategies Towards Enhanced Production of Microbial Surfactants for Diverse Industrial Applications: A Futuristic Approach
Abstract: Chemical or synthetic surfactants being employed in numerous industries pose significant environmental hazards due to their persistence in the environment and potential toxicity to aquatic life. Biosurfactants are low-molecular-weight surface-active compounds that offer a promising alternative to surfactants owing to their less toxicity, biodegradability and biocompatibility nature. They are derived from a variety of natural sources, including bacteria, fungi, and plants. In recent years, there has been a surge in …
Published in International Journal of Industrial Biotechnology and Biomaterials · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 11–22 Read article
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Achieving Sustainability in Climate Action, Life on Land and Life Below Water – A Critical Review
Abstract: Abstract Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), 13 (Climate Action), 14 (Life Below Water), and 15 (Life on Land) are critical for tackling the escalating environmental challenges faced by India. Climate change and environmental degradation pose serious threats to the nation’s unique geographic and ecological diversity, with profound implications for its water resources, marine ecosystems, and terrestrial landscapes. These challenges disrupt biodiversity, compromise ecosystem services, and jeopardize the livelihoods of millions who …
Published in International Journal of Water Resources Engineering · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 12–23 Read article
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Use of Pesticides leads to Environmental degradation
Abstract: Pesticides are extensively used for agriculture but residues can reach aquaticecosystems, frequently. They are transferred from pytoplankton to fish and human, ultimately. Pyrethroid insecticides are utilized in place of organochlorine,organophosphorus and carbonate to control different forms of pests and raise yield. Pyrethroid intoxication causes cellular damage and increases freeradicals, which leads to lipid peroxidation and, ultimately, oxidative stress.To reduce damage to environment and biologicalsystems by pesticides should be played attention …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Chemistry · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 75–78 Read article
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Plastics Waste Management: An Eco-friendly Way
Abstract: The overproduction and thus consumption of these plastics have given rise to enormous waste. The world has started drowning in its own plastic waste due to the dearth of effective management practices and its use as per the linear economy model. The issue of Solid waste disposal and management is prevalent worldwide, plastic waste being a major constituent of that. The plastics waste disposal is a major global environmental problem. …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Chemistry · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 35–38 Read article
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Pteridophytes as a Source of Traditional Medicine and Environmental Remediation: A Comprehensive Review
Abstract: The Himalayas, one of the worlds’ most important biodiversity hotspots, contribute substantially to the vegetational resources of the Indian subcontinent, with the Garhwal Himalaya standing out for its rich and diverse flora. Among the plant species in this region, pteridophytes, particularly ferns, hold notable economic and medicinal value. These plants have long been integral to traditional medicine systems, such as Ayurveda, and their therapeutic properties have been passed down through …
Published in International Journal of Plant Biotechnology · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 33–36 Read article
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Industrial Effluent Pollution and Sustainable Treatment Strategies: An Analytical Approach
Abstract: Industrialization has significantly propelled economic development across the globe, but it has also led to the generation of vast quantities of hazardous effluents that pose serious threats to the environment and public health. Industrial effluents, depending on their origin, often contain high levels of chemical oxygen demand (COD), biological oxygen demand (BOD), total dissolved solids (TDS), toxic heavy metals, dyes, solvents, pharmaceutical residues, and other harmful substances. This research paper …
Published in International Journal of Green Chemistry · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 20–25 Read article
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Strategies for Mitigating Nitrate Leaching: A Comprehensive Methodological
Abstract: Nitrogen (N) serves as a fundamental nutrient crucial for promoting plant growth. However, the mismanagement of nitrogen fertilization within agricultural contexts has led to significant instances of nitrate leaching, particularly pronounced within fruit production systems. Empirical research has underscored the danger of elevated nitrate levels in potable water, posing potential threats to human health. Furthermore, the widespread presence of nitrates in riverine ecosystems accelerates eutrophication, thereby imposing detrimental effects on …
Published in International Journal of Plant Biotechnology · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 13–28 Read article
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Excessive Application of Synthetic Fertilizers and their Adverse Impact on the Productivity of Soil
Abstract: In the present scenario of agriculture, the chemical fertilizers are the essential part of growing any kind of crop. They macro and micro nutrients play a vital role in the production of crop and can be increased but plant growth do not attain developed roots and do not attain maturity. The excessive use of fertilizers is very dangerous and enter the water, air and soil. The toxic substances absorbed by …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Chemistry · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 39–45 Read article
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Phytoremediation: Its Background and Global Scenario
Abstract: Phytoremediation is an evolving in situ remediation technology that utilizes plants to clean polluted soil, groundwater and wastewater. Phytoremediation is defined as that branch of science that utilizes inherent abilities of green plants to remove, contain, or render harmless environmental contaminants such as heavy metals, metalloids, organic compounds, trace elements, and radioactive substances present in soil or water. The plants used in this technology include trees, shrubs, grasses and even …
Published in International Journal of Green Chemistry · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 27–29 Read article
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The Role of Odonata in Wetland Ecosystems: An Ecological Perspective
Abstract: Odonata, comprising dragonflies and damselflies, are integral to the health and sustainability of wetland ecosystems. These insects serve as both apex predators in aquatic habitats and key prey species in terrestrial food webs, ensuring ecological balance. In their larval stage, Odonata contributes to nutrient cycling and water quality by preying on detritivores and controlling populations of aquatic pests, such as mosquitoes. As adults, they help regulate terrestrial insect populations, acting …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Chemistry · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 14–19 Read article
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Evaluation of Groundwater Quality Parameters Through Physico-Chemical Analysis in the Puducherry Region
Abstract: Abstract The evaluation of the quality of drinking water in Puducherry state and its surrounding regions primarily concentrated on groundwater sources. Nine specimens were examined using standardized techniques, and their outcomes were contrasted with national standards. Nevertheless, on a worldwide scale, the quality of water is facing a growing danger from unwelcome alterations in its physical, chemical, and biological characteristics. Population growth, industrialization, fertilizer usage, and mining activities are major …
Published in International Journal of Water Resources Engineering · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 24–32 Read article
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Evaluation of Groundwater Quality Parameters Through Physico-Chemical Analysis in the Puducherry Region
Abstract: Abstract The evaluation of the quality of drinking water in Puducherry state and its surrounding regions primarily concentrated on groundwater sources. Nine specimens were examined using standardized techniques, and their outcomes were contrasted with national standards. Nevertheless, on a worldwide scale, the quality of water is facing a growing danger from unwelcome alterations in its physical, chemical, and biological characteristics. Population growth, industrialization, fertilizer usage, and mining activities are major …
Published in International Journal of Water Resources Engineering · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 24–32 Read article
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Utilizing Remote Sensing and GIS for Water Quality Monitoring
Abstract: The integration of remote sensing and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) offers a sophisticated approach for monitoring and safeguarding water quality. This review examines how remote sensing technologies and GIS can be combined to observe key water quality indicators, such as turbidity, chlorophyll levels, and surface temperature. Remote sensing provides comprehensive, real-time data, which, when analyzed using GIS, enables detailed spatial examination and visualization of water quality patterns. This synergy enhances …
Published in International Journal of Water Resources Engineering · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 45–51 Read article