American Journal of Environmental Protection

Volume 4, Issue 6, December 2015

  • Sprouting Value Index: A Mathematical Approach for Evaluation of Vegetative Propagation in Tree Species

    Justin R. Nayagam, Mani Varghese K. I.

    Issue: Volume 4, Issue 6, December 2015
    Pages: 271-274
    Received: 22 September 2015
    Accepted: 11 October 2015
    Published: 23 October 2015
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    Abstract: Rooting of Saraca asoca stem cuttings using three IBA (Indole 3-butyric acid) concentrations 300 ppm, 500 ppm and 1000 ppm IBA, have been carried out and the data obtained was evaluated with SVI (sprouting value index) method in order to interpret the vigor in rooting/sprouting and the suitable medium, which gives maximum results. Field studies wer... Show More
  • Validation of the Electromagnetic Physical Processes with Software SPENVIS

    Filomena Loffredo, Mariagabriella Pugliese, Maria Quarto, Vincenzo Roca, Valerio Pisacane, Renato Aurigemma

    Issue: Volume 4, Issue 6, December 2015
    Pages: 275-278
    Received: 16 September 2015
    Accepted: 13 October 2015
    Published: 27 October 2015
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    Abstract: The Space Radiation represents a serious risk for astronauts during space missions. The risk related to the space radiation exposure could involve acute and/or late effects. The Solar Cosmic Radiation that consists of protons (≈98%) with a very wide spectrum in energy (up to several GeV), is the major source of exposure for the crew. In this paper ... Show More
  • Administrative and Legislative Scrutiny of Existing Computer Waste Management Practices in Pakistan

    Yawar Abbas, Fiza Sarwar, Muhammad Idrees, Ishtiaque Hussain, Syed Umairullah Jamil, Attarad Ali

    Issue: Volume 4, Issue 6, December 2015
    Pages: 279-284
    Received: 29 September 2015
    Accepted: 11 October 2015
    Published: 27 October 2015
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    Abstract: Electronic-waste (E-waste) management is one of the global emerging issues. The current study has been carried out to evaluate the existing computer waste management (CWM) in the twin cities of Rawalpindi and Islamabad, Pakistan. Study focuses on managerial gap analysis and determination of potential occupational impacts from current CWM practices.... Show More
  • Role of Enset (Ensete ventricosum (Welw.) Cheesman) in Soil Rehabilitation in Different Agro-ecological Zones of Hadiya, Southern Ethiopia

    Chakoro Tamire, Mekuria Argaw

    Issue: Volume 4, Issue 6, December 2015
    Pages: 285-291
    Received: 24 August 2015
    Accepted: 8 October 2015
    Published: 28 October 2015
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    Abstract: Soil degradation is a problem both in developed and developing countries. Its impact is of great concern to farmers that depend on rain fed agriculture. The objective of this research was to assess the role of enset in soil rehabilitation. Household survey and soil quality analysis were conducted to collect primary data from the fields. Soil labora... Show More
  • Studies on Physicochemical Properties of Biofield Treated 2,4-Dichlorophenol

    Mahendra Kumar Trivedi, Alice Branton, Dahryn Trivedi, Gopal Nayak, Ragini Singh, Snehasis Jana

    Issue: Volume 4, Issue 6, December 2015
    Pages: 292-299
    Received: 8 October 2015
    Accepted: 16 October 2015
    Published: 16 November 2015
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    Abstract: The chlorinated phenols are widely used in chemical industries for the manufacturing of herbicides, insecticides, etc. However, due to consistent use they create hazards to the environment. This study was designed to use an alternative method i.e. biofield energy treatment and analyse its impact on the physicochemical properties of 2,4-dichlorophen... Show More
  • Land Use-Land Cover Change and Drivers of Deforestation in the Patako Protected Area (Center-West of Senegal)

    Simon Sambou, Anne Mette Lykke, Hyacinthe Sambou, Idrissa Guiro, Bienvenu Sambou, Cheikh Mbow

    Issue: Volume 4, Issue 6, December 2015
    Pages: 306-317
    Received: 20 October 2015
    Accepted: 2 November 2015
    Published: 3 December 2015
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    Abstract: This study focus on land use-land cover changes relation to the multidimensional characteristics of spatial and temporal patterns of land dynamics and social practices. The objectives are to characterize the dynamics of land-use and land-cover changes from 1992 to 2015, and to identify the drivers of deforestation and land degradation. Nine (09) ty... Show More
  • Evaluation of Sewerage System Sustainability Technically Around Condominiums Areas: A Case Study in Debre Berhan, Ethiopia

    Fraol Abebe Wudineh, Nigatu Chala Kuke

    Issue: Volume 4, Issue 6, December 2015
    Pages: 318-324
    Received: 30 October 2015
    Accepted: 11 November 2015
    Published: 14 December 2015
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    Abstract: Sewage discharges from centralized water-borne collection systems can pollute surface water, and discharge from sewers; septic tanks and pit toilets pollute living environment and groundwater which directly affects the health of poor people at downstream [13]. Poor sanitation facilities and low sewerage system continues to be a critical problem in ... Show More
  • Resilience of Ecosystems to Climate Change

    Mengistu Asmamaw, Argaw Ambellu, Seid Tiku

    Issue: Volume 4, Issue 6, December 2015
    Pages: 325-333
    Received: 14 November 2015
    Accepted: 24 November 2015
    Published: 14 December 2015
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    Abstract: Human-induced climate change is occurring as an unprecedented rate resulting in ecosystem deterioration and biodiversity loss. Climate change exacerbates environmental hazards, ecosystem modification as well as loss of biological organisms. Anthropogenic releases of greenhouse gases, mainly CO2 has warmed the Earth’s surface. The average global tem... Show More
  • Levels, Distribution and Sources of Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons in Surface Water in the Lower Reach of Qua Iboe River Estuary, Nigeria

    Eno Anietie Moses, Bassey Anie Etuk, Essien Daniel Udosen

    Issue: Volume 4, Issue 6, December 2015
    Pages: 334-343
    Received: 29 September 2015
    Accepted: 4 November 2015
    Published: 22 December 2015
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    Abstract: The lower reach of Qua Iboe River estuary houses one of the largest crude oil production facility in the Niger Delta region of Nigeria. Frequent oil spills has led to severe deterioration of the water system, This study determined 16 polycyclic hydrocarbons (PAHs) in surface waters of sites across the estuary in the wet and dry seasons. Gas chromat... Show More
  • Importance of Design Factor in Improvement of Fishway Efficiency

    Prashant Mandal, Zhiying Tu, Xi Yuan, Yong Gao, Yingping Huang, Hui Peng

    Issue: Volume 4, Issue 6, December 2015
    Pages: 344-353
    Received: 23 November 2015
    Accepted: 7 December 2015
    Published: 25 December 2015
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    Abstract: Properly designed fishway plays an important role to mitigate the migrating problem of fish and help them meet their life cycle’s basic requirements, especially the spawning activities with enhancing the local ecosystem as well. However, the fishways are still constricted at the small section of the dam or weir giving less priority and the designs ... Show More
  • Determination of Some Heavy Metals in Raw Petroleum Wastewater Samples Before and After Passing on Australis Phragmites Plant

    Mohamed Ezeldin, Sulieman A. G. Nasir, Ali M. Masaad, Nawal M. Suleman

    Issue: Volume 4, Issue 6, December 2015
    Pages: 354-357
    Received: 29 October 2015
    Accepted: 16 November 2015
    Published: 25 December 2015
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    Abstract: The main objective of this project was determining of lead, cadmium, nickel and chromium in raw petroleum wastewater (RPWW) samples. The samples were taken before and after passage the RPWW on Australis Phragmites Plant (APP). Atomic absorption spectrophotometer was used to determine the heavy metals in RPWW samples before and after passing, The co... Show More