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Health Risk Assessment of Heavy Metals in a Vegetable Cultivated in a Conflict Zone

A. I. Yaradua, J. I. Bungudu, L. Shuaibu, A. Nasir, A. Usman, I. H. Kankia, N. U. Matazu, Z. A. Suleiman, A. A. Sada, F. A. Rumah, U. Bello, A. B. Tukur, A. S. Sani, R. G. Lawal, H. K. Matazu, A. K. Sani, Z. G. Kabir, H. G. Kabir, M. I. Halliru, A. Abbas, M. M. Dalhatu, I. A. Yaradua, M. N. Nasir, F. Mukhtar, M. Hassan, B. Abdullahi, A. Y. Sabiru, I. S. Darma, R. Nasir, M. A. Rawayau, W. Hamisu & A. N. Muhammad · Annual Research & Review in Biology · 2023

The health risk to the population from exposure to heavy metals in an area that have witnessed a surge in illegal mining activities, cattle rustling and banditry were evaluated in the current study. Sorel (Hibiscus sabdariffa) leaves sample from Gadirge village, Jibia local Gover...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/arrb/2023/v38i730596

Removal of Heavy Metals from Waste Water by Using Bi-Mg Bimetallic Nanoparticles Incorporated with Orange Peels

Ishrat Fatima, Nida Yasmeen, Momina, Muhammad Irfan, Inam Ullah, Rimsha Afzal, Ayesha Noor & Aneela Shaheen · International Research Journal of Pure and Applied Chemistry · 2023

Plant-mediated synthesis of the nanoparticles has attracted significant interest because of their biocompatible properties. Bimetallic nanoparticles comprise two different types of metals that play a significant role in wastewater. Bimetallic nanoparticles possess a greater surfa...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/irjpac/2023/v24i5834

Effect of Soil Composition on Heavy Metal Uptake and Distribution in White Clover (Trifolium repens L.)

Senad Memić, Sanida Bektić & Samira Huseinović · Journal of Applied Life Sciences International · 2023

Soil contamination with heavy metals is becoming an increasingly global issue, as elevated levels of heavy metals exceeding regulatory limits are diminishing agricultural productivity and consequently endangering human health and the environment. This study aimed to assess the se...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jalsi/2023/v26i5622

Assessment of Biodrainage Potential of Existing Plant Species Along the Sewage Drains of Vedapatti Drainage Stretch, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India

P. Sundra Vigneshwar, A. Bharani, M. Prasanthrajan, V. Ravi Kumar & D. Vijayalakshmi · International Journal of Environment and Climate Change · 2023

The proper disposal of manufacturing and consumer waste, including sewage sludge, is one of the numerous environmental issues facing today's society. In addition to posing serious health concerns to humans, anthropogenic activities are a major source of environmental pollution an...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijecc/2023/v13i103117

The Haematology and Serum Biochemistry of Traditional Textile Dyers in Ntonso, Kumasi were Affected by Exposure to Synthetic Textile Dyes

Osei B. Kuffour, Christopher Larbie, Afua K. A. Genfi & Richard Sedeafor · Journal of Applied Life Sciences International · 2023

Aim: To study the effects of synthetic textile dyes on haematology and serum biochemistry of traditional textile industry practitioners at Ntonso in the Ashanti region of Ghana. Study Design: Case-control study. Place and Duration of Study: The study was carried out at Ntonso in...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jalsi/2023/v26i5620

Comparative Assessment of Heavy Metal Concentration in Some Edible Spinach (Amaranthus hybridus) in Southern Taraba (Ibi, Wukari and Donga), Nigeria

P. I. Hosea, J. A. Olowokere & M. C. Odineze · Asian Journal of Applied Chemistry Research · 2023

This study focuses on the assessment and comparative concentrations of some heavy metals in spinach (Amaranthus hybridus), cultivated in Wukari, Ibi, Donga local government area of Taraba State in Nigeria. The research is motivated by the indiscriminate use of bulk chemicals for...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajacr/2023/v14i3266

Comparative Carbon Synthesis of Peat using ZnCl2 and H3PO4 for Heavy Metal Adsorption in Oilfield Produced Water

Iwekumo E. Agbozu & Omatosan P. Wategire · International Research Journal of Pure and Applied Chemistry · 2023

Oilfield Produced Water is one of the amplest wastes resulting from oil and gas operations and it’s of great industrial concern due to its quantity, concentration, and cost of treatment; thus, it needs cheaper and more available options. Peat being an option is a renewable brown...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/irjpac/2023/v24i5829

An Evaluation of the Presence of Heavy Metals in the Poultry Feeds Marketed in Ijebu Jesa, Osun State

Francis Olusegun Oladeji, Adepoju Adelola, Tawakalitu T. Abolayo, Oluwaseun Awodele, Ojedeji Kolawole Ayodeji & Olanrewaju John Adedayo · Asian Journal of Chemical Sciences · 2023

One of the most crucial areas of agriculture is poultry production, with commercial layers and broilers making a significant contribution to supplying the rising need for protein from the growing population through eggs and meats. It's crucial that hens have enough of certain nec...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajocs/2023/v13i5254

Heavy Metal Assessment in Water, Sediment and Biota from Ennore Creek and Vellar Estuary, Southeast India

M. Michael Beaven, Beaven , M. Michael, Sowmya Sri G., Ann Suji H., Ananthan G. & Deivasigamani B. · Asian Journal of Fisheries and Aquatic Research · 2023

The impact of anthropogenic activities on the accumulation of heavy metals in water, sediment and fish of both Ennore creek and Vellar estuary were observed in this study. Water and sediment sample were collected from both sampling stations and fish was collected just from only E...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajfar/2023/v25i3665

Evaluation of Selected Heavy Metals in Indoor Dust and Interior Painted Walls of Nursery Schools in Nairobi County, Kenya

Kevin Omondi Ondoo, Joel Klement Ogilo, Anam Ouma Onditi, Ali Mohammed Salim, Denis Magero & Antony M. S. Pembere · Chemical Science International Journal · 2023

School playgrounds found in painted environments have become death chambers for millions of innocent children who unknowingly ingest toxic metals. The objective of this study is to determine the levels of the heavy metals in paint chips from painted interior walls and indoor dust...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/CSJI/2023/v32i5861

Bio-sorbents: A Novel Technology to Mitigate Heavy Metal Pollution

Neethu T. M., P. K. Dubey, K. G. Patel, Nilima, Karmakar & Aakash, Mishra · International Journal of Plant & Soil Science · 2023

The health of living beings is seriously threatened by the toxicity and bioaccumulation tendency of heavy metals in the environment. Heavy metals cannot be broken down by chemical or biological processes, unlike organic pollutants. They can therefore only be changed into less dan...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpss/2023/v35i193691

Potential Health Risk Evaluation of Heavy Metal Exposure from Consuming Commercially Produced Food Seasonings in Enugu, Nigeria

Ozioma Ebere Obianyido, Hector Okechukwu Obianyido & Ruth Efevare Imosemi · European Journal of Nutrition & Food Safety · 2023

Heavy metals are inherently non-biodegradable elements of the earth's crust that collect and remain in the ecosystem in perpetuity due to both human and natural activity. Their contamination in seasonings remains a public health concern because of the frequency of use. Prolonged...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ejnfs/2023/v15i91334

Assessment of the Physicochemical and Bacteriological Content of Some Drinking Water Sources in Jos South LGA in Northern Senatorial District of Plateau State Nigeria

Chukwu Anthonia C., Zipporah Duguryil P., Gambo Nanbol N., Sati Lubis & Denji Kitka B. · Asian Journal of Applied Chemistry Research · 2023

Drinking water is hardly found 100% pure in nature due to human activities and other natural factors. Many diseases in developing countries are caused by drinking contaminated water. Water samples collected were analyzed by automated instrumental methods prescribed by standard me...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajacr/2023/v14i2261

Assessment of Geotechnical Properties of Soil in Capitol Gully Erosion Site, University of Benin, Benin City, Edo state

Augustine Chinonso Onyelusiahu, Folashade Ojo Gift, Alegimenlen Abdul Rasheed Odilichukwu, Abdul Temitope Julianah & Eludipo Olaoluwa Tomiwa · Asian Journal of Geological Research · 2023

A geotechnical assessment of soils in Capitol gully erosion site in University of Benin was carried out in order to evaluate the susceptibility of the soil to erosion. Soil samples were collected with a hand auger from nine(9) sampling points in the study area at a depth of 1m. T...

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Assessment of Water Quality and Heavy Metal Pollution in River Ndambuk, Busia County, Kenya

Denis Magero, Victor Meng’wa, Kevin Omondi Ondoo, Antony M. S. Pembere & Sammy Wanakai · International Research Journal of Pure and Applied Chemistry · 2023

This study's objective is to determine how polluted the Ndambuk River in Busia County, Kenya, is with heavy metals and other physico-chemical parameters throughout both the dry and wet seasons. In every test point during the dry and wet seasons, turbidity was greater than the WHO...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/irjpac/2023/v24i5820