Advances in Applied Sciences

Volume 2, Issue 4, August 2017

  • Energy Source and Technology Options for Kenya: Towards Direct Conversion of Solar Energy to Mechanical Work

    Raphael Venson Makokha Otakwa, Herick Othieno, Andrew Odhiambo Oduor, Awange Joseph Lagat

    Issue: Volume 2, Issue 4, August 2017
    Pages: 43-47
    Received: 7 May 2017
    Accepted: 26 May 2017
    Published: 7 July 2017
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    Abstract: Sunlight though not heat, has inherent potential for direct conversion to mechanical work, just as heat does. The Physics pitching the possibility of direct conversion of nearly the entire sunlight received by a system into mechanical work has been formulated in this work. The feasibility of the concept has also been pursued, as well as alignment o... Show More
  • Proximate Composition, Phytoconstituents and Mineral Contents of Soybean (Glycine Max) Flour Grown and Processed in Northern Nigeria

    Useh Mercy Uwem, Adebiyi Adedayo Babafemi, Dauda Mary Sunday

    Issue: Volume 2, Issue 4, August 2017
    Pages: 48-53
    Received: 4 October 2016
    Accepted: 13 January 2017
    Published: 1 August 2017
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    Abstract: Soybean (Glycine max), is a species of legume widely grown for its edible bean which has numerous uses. Soybeans are an important source of not only proteins, but carbohydrates, fats, and many essential vitamins and minerals. So, they facilitate normal growth and development in young children. In this study, the phytoconstituents, proximate composi... Show More
  • Physico-chemical Characterization and Comparative Studies of Some Heavy Metals Using Activated Carbon from Date Palm Seed

    Useh Mercy Uwem, Danlami Uzama, Okonkwo Tochukwu Perpetua

    Issue: Volume 2, Issue 4, August 2017
    Pages: 54-59
    Received: 4 October 2016
    Accepted: 27 June 2017
    Published: 1 August 2017
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    Abstract: Activated carbon from date palm seed was analyzed to ascertain the physicochemical parameters and conduct comparative studies [with industrial activated carbons- Powdered Activated Carbon (PAC) and Granular Activated Carbon (GAC)] of some heavy metals (Cd, Pb, Co, Mn and Cr) present using standard analytical techniques. The physicochemical paramete... Show More