Dye-sensitized solar cells (DSSC) are promising devices in the photovoltaic industry. In these devices, The dye plays a major role in the performance of the cell. However, the toxicity and cost of synthetic dyes, which are more effective, limit their use. Thus, the use of natural...
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Research Article10.9734/irjpac/2024/v25i5877
Major ion and heavy metal geochemistry was used to investigate the factors that control the Mouhoun River water quality in western Burkina Faso. Major cation concentrations was in the following decreasing order: Ca2+> Na+> K+> Mg2+, reflecting silicate weathering. Howev...
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Research Article10.9734/irjpac/2024/v25i5876
Merremia tridentata (Convolvulaceae) is a plant belonging to the African pharmacopoeia. Its leaves are traditionally used in Senegal to treat a variety of illnesses, including cancer, diabetes, ulcers, hemorrhoids, and urinary tract infections. The present study aims to highlight...
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Research Article10.9734/irjpac/2024/v25i5875
The sustainable development of human depends upon the clever use of natural resources. In this regard the renewable energy resources are very important for our energy demand. Various research groups are working to develop efficient, economical, and practical solar energy harnessi...
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Research Article10.9734/irjpac/2024/v25i5874
Bentonite clay is a valuable material in various process industries, thanks to its specific properties. Easy availability, low cost and their effectiveness are the main factors that have made bentonite adsorbent in the edible oil industry. The textural characteristics of bentonit...
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Research Article10.9734/irjpac/2024/v25i5873
The quality of groundwater and spring water in the Pala locality, influenced by both natural processes and human activities, is a major issue in the supply of drinking water to the city of Bobo Dioulasso. The geological context is mainly composed of Sotouba sandstone. This influe...
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Research Article10.9734/irjpac/2024/v25i5872
Consumption of arsenic-contaminated water is the cause of major problems such as melanosis, hyperkeratosis and cancer. To mitigate this pollution, this study was carried out using analytical methods to prepare chemically treated laterite (TL) and chemically doped laterite with fe...
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Research Article10.9734/irjpac/2024/v25i5871
In general, nature of chemical reactions are studied by separating the products followed by analyzing the products using different methods like spectroscopic method, chromatohgraphic method etc. The objective of the present study is to investigate nature of chemical reactions usi...
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Research Article10.9734/irjpac/2024/v25i4870
This study investigates the kinetics and equilibrium of phenolic derivative detoxification from aqueous solutions using activated carbon derived from coconut husk (CHAC). Phenolic compounds, prevalent in industrial wastewater, are highly toxic to humans and aquatic life. The remo...
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Research Article10.9734/irjpac/2024/v25i4869
In recent years, there has been a growing interest in exploring natural alternatives to synthetic tannins, driven by concerns over sustainability and environmental impact. Natural tannins offer several advantages, including biodegradability, renewability, and lower environmental...
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Research Article10.9734/irjpac/2024/v25i4867