ID: 53826
Title: Dictionary of Environmental Science and Technology
Author: Andrew Porteous
Editor: None
Year: 2008
Publisher: John Wiley and Sons, Ltd, Fourth Edition, 2008
Source: Centre for Ecological Sciences
Reference: None
Subject: Dictionary of Environmental Science and Technology
Keywords: None
Abstract: None
Location: 215
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ID: 53825
Title: Urban Biodiversity and Design
Author: None
Editor: Norbert Muller, Peter Werner and John G. Kelcey
Year: 2010
Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell and Zoological Society of London, 2010
Source: Centre for Ecological Sciences
Reference: None
Subject: Urban Biodiversity and Design
Keywords: None
Abstract: None
Location: 215
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ID: 53824
Title: Mycoflora association with the deocomposition of leaf litter of three endangered plant species in Deciduous forest of North Sahyadri, Nashik district
Author: D.N.Khairnar
Editor: Prof K.P.Sharma
Year: 2010
Publisher: Technoscience Publications, Vol 9, No 3, September 2010
Source: Centre for Ecological Sciences
Reference: None
Subject: Nature Environment and Pollution Technology
Keywords: Decomposition, Litter fungi, Endangered plants, North Sahyadri
Abstract: Fungal association with decomposing of three endangered plant species like Tectona grandis, Madhuca longifolia and Butea monosperma were studied by using the soil dilution plate count method in deciduous forest of Nashik, district under the field conditions. Among the fungi Aspergillus sps. and fungi imperfect were predominant in comparison with other fungi. In all the species, maximum fungal number were recorded in monsoon season while lower in summer and least in winter. Leaf litter of Tectona grandis shows maximum fungal occurrence followed by Butea monosperma and Madhuca longifolia.
Location: 241
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ID: 53823
Title: The impact of distillery effluent on germination and growth parameters of Vigna sinensis L
Author: D. Sheela and P.S.Anila
Editor: Prof K.P.Sharma
Year: 2010
Publisher: Technoscience Publications, Vol 9, No 3, September 2010
Source: Centre for Ecological Sciences
Reference: None
Subject: Nature Environment and Pollution Technology
Keywords: Distillery effluent, Vigna sinensis L, Seed germination, Liquid fertilizer
Abstract: An attempt has been made to study the effect of distillery effluent on germination, growth and pigment productivity of Vigna sinensis L. The effluent was highly acidic and rich in total dissolved solids, suspended solids, potassium and sulphates. While diluted effluent increased the percentage of germination, growth, amount of chlorophyll and carotenoid, the effluent of higher concentrations elicited deleterious effects on the growth and productivity of the crop.
Location: 241
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ID: 53822
Title: Assessment of air pollution in Shivamogga city, Karnataka
Author: Adamsab. M. Patel and Hina Kousar
Editor: Prof K.P.Sharma
Year: 2010
Publisher: Technoscience Publications, Vol 9, No 3, September 2010
Source: Centre for Ecological Sciences
Reference: None
Subject: Nature Environment and Pollution Technology
Keywords: Urban air pollution, Vehicle emissions, Traffic congestion
Abstract: Contribution of automobiles is in the range of 40 to 80% of the total air pollution. The challenge facing cities is how to reduce the adverse environmental impacts and other negative effects of transportation without giving up the benefits of mobility. The dilemma becomes most pressing under conditions of rapid urban growth, which is likely to increase travel demand significantly. The growing number of automobiles in urban Shivamogga poses a serious threat to its air environment. Ambient air quality in the city was monitored for concentration of SPM, SO2 and NOx at different traffic areas namely MRS, Gandhi Bazar, Aamer Ahemad circle, Bus stand and Mandli.
Location: 241
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ID: 53821
Title: Removal of heavy metals from Industrial effluent by biomass of Aspergillus flavus
Author: P.S.Raut and P.P. Wani
Editor: Prof K.P.Sharma
Year: 2010
Publisher: Technoscience Publications, Vol 9, No 3, September 2010
Source: Centre for Ecological Sciences
Reference: None
Subject: Nature Environment and Pollution Technology
Keywords: Biosorption, Adsorption, Aspergillus flavus, Heavy metals, Wastewater
Abstract: Biosorption is a potential alternative to traditional processes of metal ions removal. Therefore, the capacity to biosorb cadmium and lead by Aspergillus flavus strian 44-1 was investigated. Batch-scale experiments were conducted to study the effect of design parameters such as pH, retention time and initial metal concentration. Fixed dried Aspergillus flavus strain 44-1 dose of 2g/L was applied through the study. The highest removal for Cd and Pb were 50% and 70% respectively. For both metals, uptake increased by increasing the initial metal concentration. The experimental biosorption equilibrium data were in good agreement with those calculated by Freundlich model. The maximum sorption capacities determined from the experimental equilibrium isotherms by applying the Freundlich model showed that the Aspergillus flavus has best ability at pH 4 and pH 6 for Cd and Pb respectively. By applying Freundlich model at pH 6, k was 28 for Pb and 21 for Cd, and at pH 4, k was 20 for Pb and 30 for Cd. This means that treated adsorbents show good adsorption capacities for Cd and Pb.
Location: 241
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ID: 53820
Title: Toxic effects of some pesticides on Fingerlings of a Carp, Labeo rohita
Author: Md. Noor Alam, Vijaya Lakshmi and Sanjit Kumar Mishra
Editor: Prof K.P.Sharma
Year: 2010
Publisher: Technoscience Publications, Vol 9, No 3, September 2010
Source: Centre for Ecological Sciences
Reference: None
Subject: Nature Environment and Pollution Technology
Keywords: Pesticides, Toxic effects, Fingerlings, Labeo rohita
Abstract: The present paper deals with evaluation of acute toxicity of some popular and widely used insecticides like Endosulfan (O.C), Malathion, Nuvacron, Nuvan, Dimecron (all O.P) adn Fenvalerate (pyrethroid) to the fingerlings of a carp, Labeo rohita. Among these insecticides Fenvalerate was found to be most toxic followed by Endosulfan, Malathion, Nuvacron, Dimecron and Nuvan, with their LC50/96 hr values in the order:0.20<0.4 ppm<0.75 ppm<1.00ppm<1.25 ppm<5.0ppm respectively. Accordingly, the acute toxicity of these insecticides was found in order: Nuvan <Dimecron< Nuvacron< Malathion<Endosulfan<Fenvalerate. Suggestive measures include use of insecticide around fishery resources with precaution so that access of sprayed chemicals into the adjoining water bodies may be checked.
Location: 241
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ID: 53819
Title: Distillery effluent induced changes in BOD and COD of Narmada river water at Khedighat, Barwaha, M.P
Author: M.M.Prakash, R. Yodha and S. Gaherwal
Editor: Prof K.P.Sharma
Year: 2010
Publisher: Technoscience Publications, Vol 9, No 3, September 2010
Source: Centre for Ecological Sciences
Reference: None
Subject: Nature Environment and Pollution Technology
Keywords: BOD, COD, Distillery effluent, River Narmada
Abstract: Present paper describes BOD and COD value of Narmada river at Khedighat, Barwaha (M.P). Both the parameters were studied at three study point (A,B,C). BOD and COD were higher in study point B and C in comparison to study point A. However, both the studied parameter were within permission limits and thus not causing any serious threat to River Narmada.
Location: 241
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ID: 53818
Title: Sustainability initiativesthat can be taken up by cement companies
Author: Papiya Deb and Madhav, N. Welling
Editor: Prof K.P.Sharma
Year: 2010
Publisher: Technoscience Publications, Vol 9, No 3, September 2010
Source: Centre for Ecological Sciences
Reference: None
Subject: Nature Environment and Pollution Technology
Keywords: Cement companies, Sustainable development, Environmental pollution, Climate change
Abstract: Regulatory pressures and stakeholders ' expectations are increasing regarding health, safety and environmental performance. There are signs that cement products may evolve from commodities to a greater variety of differentiated products serving changing customer needs. Thus, maintaining the ' license to operate ' as an industry depends on being able to earn and keep the support and trust of local people by treating their environment and communities with respect. Recent developments in sustainability relate to indicators of sustainable development and data for energy use, resource use, emissions and waste. These are key factors for understanding and controlling impacts such as consumption of scarce resources, polluting emissions, climate change and waste. The major role that construction can play in increasing sustainability is highlighted in the present study with a perspective on the impacts associated with cement. The study also includes an initial framework for assessing and improving the sustainability of cement industries as well as long-term roles that cement and concrete can play in improving the same at local, national and world levels. Better quality of life can be supported by creating global visibility.
Location: 241
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ID: 53817
Title: Evaluation of lead genotoxicity by micronuclei assay in occupationally lead exposed population
Author: N. Chandrashekhar Reddy, K. Rudrama Devi and Anjana Viz
Editor: Prof K.P.Sharma
Year: 2010
Publisher: Technoscience Publications, Vol 9, No 3, September 2010
Source: Centre for Ecological Sciences
Reference: None
Subject: Nature Environment and Pollution Technology
Keywords: Lead, battery manufacturers, micronuclei, genotoxicity
Abstract: Lead, a ubiquitous element in the environment as a result of mining and industrialization, is found as a contaminant in humans. Lead is one of the heavy metals increasingly used for the petrol additives, and for various industrial purposes such as manufacture of storage batteries, solder manufacture, printing, smelting, painting, etc. In this study the lead genotoxicity was studied by using one of the recommended biomarker to assess environmental lead exposure is micronucleus assay. The blood samples were collected from 50 workers and 40 aged matched controls (5mL of venous blood from each lead exposed individual in heparinized sterile bottles). The battery manufacturers showed a significant increase in the frequency of micronuclei in comparison to that people who were not exposed to any toxicants. The results of present investigation indicate teh clastogenic nature of lead in in vivo human lymphocytes of occupationally exposed population.
Location: 241
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ID: 53816
Title: Evaluation of Water Quality Index at Goalpara Town and its surrounding areas in Assam, India
Author: A.K.Talukdar, S.Deka and Abul Hussain
Editor: Prof K.P.Sharma
Year: 2010
Publisher: Technoscience Publications, Vol 9, No 3, September 2010
Source: Centre for Ecological Sciences
Reference: None
Subject: Nature Environment and Pollution Technology
Keywords: Water quality Index, Quality groundwater, Drinking water, Goalpara town
Abstract: The water quality index (WQI) of Goalpara town and its surrounding areas in Assam was studied and evaluation made for suitability of water for drinking purposes. Twenty groundwater samples from tube wells and open wells were collected during the period from November, 2007 to March, 2008 and chemically analyzed. It was found that WQI of tube well is 5.5% excellent, 60% good, 14% poor and 20% very poor for drinking purpose, while for open wells it was 38% good, 31% poor and 31% very poor. Comparatively tube wells water is better than the open wells water. It was found that excessive application of fertilizers, pesticides and irregular uses are mostly responsible for degrading water quality, and to mitigate it proper treatment and measures have to be taken.
Location: 241
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ID: 53815
Title: Diurnal changes of some physicochemical characteristics in Reservoir Thodga, Ahmedpur, Distt. Latur, Maharashtra
Author: P.V.Patil and A.N.Kulkarni
Editor: Prof K.P.Sharma
Year: 2010
Publisher: Technoscience Publications, Vol 9, No 3, September 2010
Source: Centre for Ecological Sciences
Reference: None
Subject: Nature Environment and Pollution Technology
Keywords: Diurnal changes, Thodga reservoir, Physicochemical factors
Abstract: Thodga dam is a medium reservoir with 164.00 ha water spread area. The reservoir is constructed on Lendi river, one of the tributaries of Manjara river system. The reservoir is on Ahmedpur-Thodga road 5 km away from Ahmedpur and 0.5 km from Thodga village. Fishermen ' s Co-operative society uses this reservoir for fisheries activities. The water of this reservoir is also used for irrigation and drinking puposes. Diurnal changes in temperature, pH, dissolved oxygen and carbon dioxide were estimated from 6 a.m to 6 a.m. for 24 hours in the month of November 2002 and discussed in the paper. All the parameters have shown distinct variation in teh diurnal cycle.
Location: 241
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ID: 53814
Title: Quality assesment of groundwaters using principal component analysis in Mianpur area, Hyderabad, India
Author: Ishrath, G. Prabhakar and M. Raghavender
Editor: Prof K.P.Sharma
Year: 2010
Publisher: Technoscience Publications, Vol 9, No 3, September 2010
Source: Centre for Ecological Sciences
Reference: None
Subject: Nature Environment and Pollution Technology
Keywords: Principal component, analysis, Groundwater assessment, Mianpur urban area
Abstract: Principal component analysis (PCA) of chemical variables of groundwater is used to interpret the relationship between the specific processes that control the quality of water. Groundwater samples were collected from Mianpur urban area, Hyderabad, and analysed for trace elements chemistry. The PCA seaparates teh chemical variables into six prinicipal components by HCO3, Cl, NO3, Al, Ba, Ca, Cd, Cr, Cu, Fe, Mn, Ni, Pb, Ti and Zn. The principal component-I shows the significane on cadmium. The principal component -II shows the significance on calcium, chromium and iron. Tin, chromium, copper, manganese and lead show the significance on PC-III, PC-IV, PC-V and PC-VI, which are ignored as these show very less significance on the elements. These three principal componets are identified with the processes of salinity, alkalinity and pollution, which are considered as lithologically and non-lithologically controlled factors. Identification of the zones helps to take appropriate management measures to improve quality of groundwater for sustainable development of the area.
Location: 241
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ID: 53813
Title: Hydrobiological studies of Foy Sagar Lake, Ajmer
Author: Lalita Sukhija
Editor: Prof K.P.Sharma
Year: 2010
Publisher: Technoscience Publications, Vol 9, No 3, September 2010
Source: Centre for Ecological Sciences
Reference: None
Subject: Nature Environment and Pollution Technology
Keywords: Foy Sagar lake, Zooplankton, Water quality, Eutrophication
Abstract: The study of physicochemical characteristics indicates the nature of the Foy Sagar lake water is alkaline, moderately hard and nutrient rich with low value of dissolved oxygen. Most of the nutrients exhibit maximum concentration in summer months. The water quality is deteriorating rapidly due to intense human activities and infusion of pollutants from the surroundings. These include silt, dissolved solids and nutrients like phosphates, nitrates and chlorides etc. Among the zooplankton, rotifers are good indicators of water quality. Rotifers of genus Brachionus and Keratella are abundant in water of Foy Sagar lake. The species composition and species diversity also point towards the polluted nature of the lake water.
Location: 241
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ID: 53812
Title: Edible potential of Wild mushroom Astraeus hygromatricus (Pers. ) Morg
Author: Neelu Singh
Editor: Prof K.P.Sharma
Year: 2010
Publisher: Technoscience Publications, Vol 9, No 3, September 2010
Source: Centre for Ecological Sciences
Reference: None
Subject: Nature Environment and Pollution Technology
Keywords: Wild edible mushroom, Astraeus hygromatricus, Nutritional content
Abstract: Wild edible fungus, Astraeus hygromatricus was analysed for its nutritional and anti nutritional contents. 11.71% and 4.66% protein content was recorded in outer part and inner part of the fruit bodies, respectively which is comparable with other edible mushrooms. Fruit bodies contain high carbohydrate content i.e., 29.48% and 35.41% in outer and inner parts respectively. The ash content of A. hygrometricus is low (2.5%). Fungus samples are good source of minerals such as P,K, Ca, Mg, Fe, Zn and Mn. Two major vitamins i.e. water soluble vitamins, ascorbic acid and thiamine, were also found to be present in both inner and outer parts (3.26 and 0.26 mg/100g).
Location: 241
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