Physicochemical Analysis of Groundwater Samples in Gezawa Local Government Area of Kano State of Nigeria
Muhammad Sani Nahannu,
Sadiq Abdurrahman Abubakar Shawai,
Ibrahim Muhammad Shamsuddin,
Usman Lawan Muhammad,
Abba Shehu Yahaya,
Abubakar Nuhu,
Idris Imam Abdullahi
Issue:
Volume 5, Issue 6, December 2017
Pages:
92-95
Received:
2 April 2017
Accepted:
12 May 2017
Published:
31 October 2017
Abstract: The physic-chemical parameters of Groundwater from various locations in Gezawa Local Government Area of Kano State were analyzed using standard methods. The samples taken from ten different locations revealed that the study area has a mean of Alkalinity 79.0 mg/l, temp. 21.64°C, turbidity 5.9NTU, total hardness 65.54 mg/l, pH. 7.13, total dissolved solid 56.54 mg/l, conductivity 111.31 us/cm and total suspended solids 5.2mg/l. As the results indicated all the physicochemical parameters are within the maximum contaminant levels set by standard organization of Nigeria (SON), Nigerian Standard for Drinking Water Quality (NSDWQ) and world health organization (WHO) except for turbidity level in Babawa and Dansarai sampling sites which are close to Wase Dam. However, since some of the results indicate high levels above the standard set by WHO, NSDWQ and SON safe limits there is the tendency of high potential health hazards to the inhabitants of the areas that uses these water sources for drinking and other domestic purpose without treatment. As the results indicated, some of the parameters analyzed showed higher concentration above the WHO, SON and NSDWQ contaminant level especially the sampling sites very closer to Wase Dam which is believed to be contaminated, the following steps are recommended for lowering the concentration, heating the water before used can remove the temporary hardness. Domestic and industrial waste should be properly disposed or recycled. Relevant agencies should make concerted effort to control, regulate and educate the community on indiscriminate waste disposal from domestic and industries within the study area and also further research should be carried out to assess the level of some other parameters.
Abstract: The physic-chemical parameters of Groundwater from various locations in Gezawa Local Government Area of Kano State were analyzed using standard methods. The samples taken from ten different locations revealed that the study area has a mean of Alkalinity 79.0 mg/l, temp. 21.64°C, turbidity 5.9NTU, total hardness 65.54 mg/l, pH. 7.13, total dissolved...
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Modulation of Immune Biomarkers by Biofield Energy Healing Based Herbomineral Formulation in Male Sprague Dawley Rat: Potential Role of Energy of Consciousness
Mahendra Kumar Trivedi,
Alice Branton,
Dahryn Trivedi,
Gopal Nayak,
Alan Joseph Balmer,
Dimitrius Anagnos,
Janice Patricia Kinney,
Joni Marie Holling,
Joy Angevin Balmer,
Lauree Ann Duprey-Reed,
Vaibhav Rajan Parulkar,
Mayank Gangwar,
Snehasis Jana
Issue:
Volume 5, Issue 6, December 2017
Pages:
96-106
Received:
30 October 2017
Accepted:
11 November 2017
Published:
11 December 2017
Abstract: The present study aimed to evaluate the impact of The Trivedi Effect®- Energy of Consciousness Healing Treatment based new proprietary herbomineral formulation and Energy Healing Treatment per se in male Sprague Dawley rats for immune biomarkers modulation. The test formulation was divided into two parts, one as the control without any Biofield Energy Treatment, while the other part was defined as the Biofield Energy Treated sample, which received the Biofield Energy Healing Treatment remotely from seven renowned Biofield Energy Healers. Additionally, one group of animals also received Biofield Energy Treatment per se (day -15) by under similar conditions. Humoral immune response data showed an increased level of IgG by 2.89%, 6.20%, and 6.20% in the Biofield Energy Treated test formulation group (G4), Biofield Energy Treatment group per se (G6), and Biofield Energy Treated test formulation at day -15 (G7), respectively as compared with the disease control group (G2). The ratio of CD4+/CD8+ was increased by 3.80%, 12.38%, and 16.19% in the G4, G6, and G7, respectively compared with the G2. Hematology analysis suggested an increased level of TLC and neutrophil by 9.64% and 1.48%, respectively in the G4 group, while G6 group showed an increase count of TLC, lymphocytes, and monocytes by 19.79%, 2.87%, and 15.54%, respectively compared with the G2. Biochemical study showed an increased concentration of glucose by 11.78%, 18.60%, and 56.84% in the G4, G6, and G7, respectively compared with G2. Total cholesterol was significantly decreased by 10.54% and 4.20% in the G4 and G7, respectively compared with G2. In contrast, the HDL level was increased by 11.69% and 1.06% in G6 and G7, respectively while LDL was decreased by 10.52% in G4 compared with the G2. SGOT, CK-MB, total protein, albumin, and globulin levels were decreased by 4.04%, 23.54%, 1.68%, 1.54%, and 1.80%, respectively in G4, while G6 group showed decreased level of SGOT, CK-MB, and A/G ratio by 2.08%, 16.23%, and 3.40%, respectively compared with G2. However, SGOT was significantly decreased (p≤0.01) by 18.88% in G7 compared with G2. The testosterone level was decreased by 76.67%, 18.43%, and 44.06% in G4, G6, and G7, respectively compared with G2. Antioxidant profile showed a decreased level of LPO by 59.63% in G7, while SOD and CAT levels were significantly altered in tested groups compared with G2. Biofield Energy may also be used for autoimmune and inflammatory diseases, stress management and prevention, and anti-aging by improving overall health.
Abstract: The present study aimed to evaluate the impact of The Trivedi Effect®- Energy of Consciousness Healing Treatment based new proprietary herbomineral formulation and Energy Healing Treatment per se in male Sprague Dawley rats for immune biomarkers modulation. The test formulation was divided into two parts, one as the control without any Biofield Ene...
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Assessing the Parameters for Optimum Biotransformation of Carbonaceous Matter by Phanerochaete chrysosporium
Grace Ofori-Sarpong,
Kwadwo Osseo-Asare,
Richard Osei,
Richard Kwasi Amankwah
Issue:
Volume 5, Issue 6, December 2017
Pages:
107-114
Received:
12 October 2017
Accepted:
1 November 2017
Published:
18 December 2017
Abstract: Refractory carbonaceous gold ores pose challenges during cyanidation of gold due to the presence of carbonaceous matter (CM) which preg-robs dissolved gold, and this results in a decreased recovery. In an on-going study, the fungus, Phanerochaete chrysosporium has been used to deactivate CM and decrease its ability to preg-rob aurocyanide. P. chrysosporium has been reported to biotransform CM by surface oxidation, which leads to disruption of the continuous graphitic structure necessary for adsorption, and alteration of the pores suitable for aurocyanide adsorption. The present study focused on using anthracite coal as surrogate for CM, and establishing fungal-treatment parameters that bring about maximum decrease in preg-robbing by the anthracite-grade CM. The results indicate that P. chrysosporium can survive in several growth media, and possesses the ability to deactivate anthracite in a wide range of time, pulp density, temperature, pH, and level of agitation. A processing time of 5-7 days at pH 4 and 37°C gave the best conditions. The best pulp densities for stationary and shake culturing respectively were 60% and 25%.
Abstract: Refractory carbonaceous gold ores pose challenges during cyanidation of gold due to the presence of carbonaceous matter (CM) which preg-robs dissolved gold, and this results in a decreased recovery. In an on-going study, the fungus, Phanerochaete chrysosporium has been used to deactivate CM and decrease its ability to preg-rob aurocyanide. P. chrys...
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