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Multi-way Degradation and Process Optimization of Phenol from Simulated Wastewater System

Pratik M. Kolhe, Sanjay N. Patil, Seema P. Bhole & Nilesh D. Wagh · Journal of Geography, Environment and Earth Science International · 2019

This research was based on the comparative study between microbial, enzymatic and photocatalytic phenol degradation. Different experiments were carried out under three distinct methodologies that seeked to examine which method is more feasible between them through various aspects...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jgeesi/2019/v23i230167

Geotechnical Evaluation of Road Pavement Failure along the Awotan-Akufo Road, Oyo State Southwestern Nigeria

Apanpa, A. Kazeem, Olayiwola, Hameed & Anjonrin, Ademola · Journal of Geography, Environment and Earth Science International · 2019

In order to access the cause(s) of road failure and proffer preventive measures for the future reconstruction of the Awotan-Akufo road, southwestern Nigeria, the geotechnical engineering properties of the subgrade soil, asphalt pavement thicknesses, drainage and traffic load were...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jgeesi/2019/v23i230166

Reservoir Geometry Determination and Volumetric Reserve Estimation of an Offshore, Niger Delta Basin Nigeria

K. O. Ukuedojor & G. E. Maju-Oyovwikowhe · Journal of Geography, Environment and Earth Science International · 2019

Volumetric reserve estimation had been carried out as well as deducing the reservoir geometry of Idje field. Idje field is an 8.4 km2 area between latitudes 4°31’49”N and 4°33’23” N and longitudes 4°34’43”E and 4°36'17"E offshore Niger Delta in a water depth of approximately 1000...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jgeesi/2019/v23i230164

The Use of Combined Geophysical Survey Methods for Groundwater Investigation in a Typical Basement Complex Terrain: Case Study of Erunmu, Ibadan, Southwest Nigeria

Abudulawal, Lukuman · Journal of Geography, Environment and Earth Science International · 2019

A combined Survey involving the very low frequency electromagnetic (VLF – EM) and Electrical resistivity surveys were carried out in order to appraise the groundwater potential, and locate appropriate positions for sighting boreholes in Erunmu Community, Egbeda local government a...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jgeesi/2019/v23i230165

Assessment of Building Collapse Impact on Socio Economic Development in Port Harcourt Metropolis of Rivers State

C. C. Emekoma · Journal of Geography, Environment and Earth Science International · 2019

The rate of disorganized building construction in Nigeria especially Port Harcourt Metropolis is to a great degree aggravating building collapse, due to construction inefficiencies, leading to loss of lives and properties. This is resulting in genuine difficulties to building bus...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jgeesi/2019/v23i230163

Petrographic Assessment of Some Industrial Minerals in Selected Part of Southern Benue Trough, Nigeria

Josephine N. Onwualu-John & J. I. Nwosu · Journal of Geography, Environment and Earth Science International · 2019

Some part of the Southern Benue Trough (Afikpo and Anambra Basins) has been mapped to determine the areas of occurrence of industrial minerals and to determine their lateral extent. The result shows that Southern Benue Trough is enriched with mostly industrial minerals of sedimen...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jgeesi/2019/v23i130162

Geospatial Analysis of Groundwater Potential Zones in Keffi, Nassarawa State, Nigeria

D. R. Abdullahi, O. O. Oladosu, S. A. Samson, L. O. Abegunde, T. A. Balogun & C. Mzuyanda · Journal of Geography, Environment and Earth Science International · 2019

Aim: Employ the use of Remote Sensing and Geographic Information System (GIS) to analyze areas of groundwater potentials in Keffi LGA to meet the rate of water demand. Study Design:  The study is designed to delineate and analyze the drainage characteristics, and map out the grou...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jgeesi/2019/v23i130161

Determination of Hydro Geological and Petroleum Potential Using High Resolution Aeromagnetic Data, Over Matsina and Environs, Part of Nigerian Sector of Chad Basin, North Eastern Nigeria

S. Kasidi & S. N. Yusuf · Journal of Geography, Environment and Earth Science International · 2019

Two dimensional spectral analyses of high resolution aeromagnetic data was carried out over matsina and environs North Eastern Nigeria to determine hydrocarbon and groundwater potentials. The analysis was done using Oasis Montaj version 8.2. The result obtained indicates the exis...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jgeesi/2019/v23i130160

Communication between Nations inside Indonesian Softpower Diplomacy in the South Pacific Region

Joevi Roedyati, Hafied Changara & Michael Dua · Journal of Geography, Environment and Earth Science International · 2019

Political, financial and operational supports given to these small states to the separatist freedom movement (OPM) has been done in a spirit of togetherness among the Melanesian Spearhead Group (MSG). This international organization based on identity of Melanesian brotherhood whi...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jgeesi/2019/v23i130159

Geophysical Consequences of Tropospheric Particulate Heating: Further Evidence that Anthropogenic Global Warming is Principally Caused by Particulate Pollution

J. Marvin Herndon & Mark Whiteside · Journal of Geography, Environment and Earth Science International · 2019

The climate science community and the United Nations’ Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change have misinformed world governments by failing to acknowledge tropospheric particulate geoengineering that has been ongoing with ever-increasing duration and intensity for decades, and...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jgeesi/2019/v22i430157

Green Areas and Outdoor Recreational Centres in Ibadan, Nigeria: An Appraisal

A. F. Aderounmu & A. T. Oladele · Journal of Geography, Environment and Earth Science International · 2019

Aim: To investigate outdoor recreational potentials and constraints in relation to forestry in five recreational sites within Ibadan metropolis, Nigeria. Study design: The survey was purposively conducted in five (5) locations based on recreational potentials associated with fore...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jgeesi/2019/v23i130158

Road Condition Monitoring of Major and Minor Route in Part of Ibadan Metropolis Using Geo-spatial Approach

Babatunde, Akeem Adesola, Adewuyi, Gbola Kehinde & Oyekola, Martins Adewale · Journal of Geography, Environment and Earth Science International · 2019

Major and minor road conditions of part of Ibadan metropolis was assessed to analyze the effectiveness and efficiency of the road network system. The major objectives of the study are to locate and identify the road networks within the study area, evaluate the road conditions suc...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jgeesi/2019/v22i430156

Bathymetric Survey and Topography Changes Investigation of Part of Badagry Creek and Yewa River, Lagos State, Southwest Nigeria

Badejo, Olusegun Temitope & Adewuyi, Gbola Kehinde · Journal of Geography, Environment and Earth Science International · 2019

Bathymetry survey of Part of Badagry Creek and Yewa River was conducted with the aim of investigating the topography changes in depth between two epoch dataset by calculating the volume of sediment and dredged material between the two periods. Depth sounding at 100m interval, dat...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jgeesi/2019/v22i430153

Statistical Comparative Study of the Trend and Variation of Meteorological Parameters in Abeokuta, South-West Nigeria

M. A. Sodunke, M. O. Sulaimon, R. S. Sunmonu, A. Mabosanyinje, Y. B. Lawal, K. J. Oseni & O. O. Oni · Journal of Geography, Environment and Earth Science International · 2019

This study focuses on the statistical comparative study of the trend and variation of meteorological parameters covering a 10 year period (2001-2010) in the capital and largest city of Ogun State, Abeokuta, southwest region of Nigeria. The analyzed meteorological parameters were:...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jgeesi/2019/v22i430155

Co-occurrence of Polychlorinated Biphenyls, Cyanotoxins and Trace Elements in Commercial Fish Species from a Freshwater Protected Area (Pertusillo Lake, Southern Italy)

Rita De Pace, Maria Maddalena Storelli, Grazia Barone, Valentina Messineo & Milena Bruno · Journal of Geography, Environment and Earth Science International · 2019

A total of 79 fish samples covering nine species were collected in a preliminary investigation on a SCI (Site of Community Importance) water reservoir (Pertusillo Lake, Southern Italy) created for drinking purpose and located in a territory used for drilling activities. Analyses...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jgeesi/2019/v22i430152