Life Sciences

A case study on varthur lake, assessment of heavy metal contamination on water and comparative water analysis

The Process of urbanization is increasing at an alarming rate, putting more pressure on local water quality. The study was conducted to assess the water quality values of varthur Lake which is a major tank in varthur of Bangalore. The samples were collected to examine the water quality in the month of February-March 2018, and brought to the laboratory for Physico-chemical parameters analysis. The aim of this study is to assess the extent of heavy metal contamination of lake water due to influx of industrial and household wastes. Samples of water have been analyzed heavy metals oxides, viz.

MANGROVES – A REVIEW

Mangroves are one among the most productive and biologically important ecosystem on this planet, providing vital ecosystem goods and services. Consolidation of data pertaining to the extent and diversity of mangroves is a pre requisite for the selection of any strategy for the conservation of existing or the introduction of newer population. This paper is chiefly a review work on the extent and diversity of mangroves, and is based on published and technical reports.

Effect of butea monosperma flower extract on male reproductive organ of albino rats - a histological study

Population control is a significant issue worldwide especially in developing countries like India. Population breakout has responsible for various deleterious effects on life surviving resources on the earth. Therefore fertility regulation is necessary for the conservation of life supporting resources as well as good reproductive life of both males and females. Fertility control is a significant issue of global and national public health concern. To control the menace of population explosion, many nations have enmarked various programmes of family welfare.

Systematic studies on the riparian flora of Sokanasini river, Chittur Taluk, Palakkad district, Kerala

The taxonomic survey was carried out during June 2015 to March 2016 in Sokanasiniriver, Chittur Taluk, Palakkad district, Kerala. In the present study a total of 91 plant species belonging to 72 genera and 30 families were documented. The Fabaceae family was the largest contribution in 11 species followed by Asteraceae in 9 species and Malvaceae, Acanthaceae and Poaceae are each in 8 species and life forms of herbs are the dominantly present in the study area.

Nanodiamond: innovative class of multifunctional nanosystems

The continued search for the optimization of a versatile and efficient drug carrier is catalyzing multidisciplinary efforts that integrate diagnosis and delivery of therapeutic agents. Nanodiamonds (NDs) are versatile nanocomposite which exhibit excellent mechanical and optical properties, high surface areas, tunable surface structures and low toxicity. These advantageous properties make them well suited to a wide range of potential applications in tribology, drug delivery, bioimaging, tissue engineering, and also as protein mimics and a filler material for nanocomposites.

Groundwater quality and environmental investigations in Siwa Oasis, Egypt

Siwa Oasis is one of the most promised locations in the Western Desert of Egypt for future agricultural projects as a result of groundwater availability. In addition, it has historical, medical and environmental tourism importance. However, the uncontrolled abstraction and use of groundwater may lead to much environmental deterioration for soil and groundwater aquifer. This study dealt with the water quality of both shallow and deep aquifers in Siwa. The hydrochemical studies indicated the meteoric origin of deep aquifer and its suitability for different uses.

Arsenic mitigation approach in soil by some indigenous sources of biochar of different pyrolysis temperature

Water-soluble inorganic pollutants may constitute an environmental toxicity problem if their movement through soils and potential transfer to plants or groundwater is not arrested. Biochar has recently been used to sequester carbon and remediate soil with both heavy metal and organic pollutants. The characteristics of biochar are influenced mainly by the preparation temperature and biomass sources. Biochars were produced from three different sources (viz., cow dung, poultry manure, and sewage sludge) at two different temperatures (low temperature - +250ºC and high temperature - +450º C).

Quantum mechanics and Indian philosophies: A contribution to the history and philosophy of science

Since 1930, we have speculated among the "harmony" between Quantum Mechanics and the Philosophies of India, though there has not been many studies on this subject. This research article aims to be a contribution to this purpose, describing three Quantum Physics experiments and interpret their results through the perspective of Indian Philosophies.

Building image in the airline industry. Pakistan international airline as the point of convergence

The present research paper examines the reasons of awful picture winning in aircraft industry of Pakistan particularly to a contextual investigation of PIA. Aircraft industry is an administration industry and administration quality is not effectively measured. An administration can have many traits including cost, esteem for cash, client administrations.