scholarly journals Research on the Physico-Chemical Characteristics of Soils Locality Giuvarasti, Olt County in Correlated with the Limiting Factors of Agricultural Production

2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 18
Author(s):  
Anca-Luiza Stănilă

The purpose of this paper is the pedological characterization of land in order to update General Urban Plan the locality Giuvarasti, Olt County.Highlighting the soil locality Giuvarasti calls for a better understanding of their, the variability of their correlation with the main natural factors.Thus, there has been a general characterization of the soil cover corresponding to surface designated to be introduced in buildable urban, the presentation of the soils, the main physical and chemical characteristics. Each area it was characterized in terms of soil (soils, the area occupied by each soil in part) and of agronomic (site evaluation, framing in the class quality and the main limitation on the use of agricultural).

Author(s):  
C. Goessens ◽  
D. Schryvers ◽  
J. Van Landuyt ◽  
A. Verbeeck ◽  
R. De Keyzer

Silver halide grains (AgX, X=Cl,Br,I) are commonly recognized as important entities in photographic applications. Depending on the preparation specifications one can grow cubic, octahedral, tabular a.o. morphologies, each with its own physical and chemical characteristics. In the present study crystallographic defects introduced by the mixing of 5-20% iodide in a growing AgBr tabular grain are investigated. X-ray diffractometry reveals the existence of a homogeneous Ag(Br1-xIx) region, expected to be formed around the AgBr kernel. In fig. 1 a two-beam BF image, taken at T≈100 K to diminish radiation damage, of a triangular tabular grain is presented, clearly showing defect contrast fringes along four of the six directions; the remaining two sides show similar contrast under relevant diffraction conditions. The width of the central defect free region corresponds with the pure AgBr kernel grown before the mixing with I. The thickness of a given grain lies between 0.15 and 0.3 μm: as indicated in fig. 2 triangular (resp. hexagonal) grains exhibit an uneven (resp. even) number of twin interfaces (i.e., between + and - twin variants) parallel with the (111) surfaces. The thickness of the grains and the existence of the twin variants was confirmed from CTEM images of perpendicular cuts.


Water ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (5) ◽  
pp. 585
Author(s):  
Catalina Iticescu ◽  
Puiu-Lucian Georgescu ◽  
Maxim Arseni ◽  
Adrian Rosu ◽  
Mihaela Timofti ◽  
...  

The use of sewage sludge in agriculture decreases the pressure on landfills. In Romania, massive investments have been made in wastewater treatment stations, which have resulted in the accumulation of important quantities of sewage sludge. The presence of these sewage sludges coincides with large areas of degraded agricultural land. The aim of the present article is to identify the best technological combinations meant to solve these problems simultaneously. Adapting the quality and parameters of the sludge to the specificity of the land solves the possible compatibility problems, thus reducing the impact on the environment. The physico-chemical characteristics of the fermented sludge were monitored and optimal solutions for their treatment were suggested so as to allow that the sludge could be used in agriculture according to the characteristics of the soils. The content of heavy metals in the sewage sludge was closely monitored because the use of sewage sludge as a fertilizer does not allow for any increases in the concentrations of these in soils. The article identifies those agricultural areas which are suitable for the use of sludge, as well as ways of correcting some parameters (e.g., pH), which allow the improvement of soil quality and obtained higher agricultural production.


2015 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
pp. 20-25 ◽  
Author(s):  
N. Padmaja ◽  
S. John Don Bosco ◽  
J. Sudhakara Rao

The physical and chemical characteristics of the fruit have immense significance as they ultimately affect the quality of processed productsprepared from them. Over ripening of Sapota (Manilkara zapota) fruits at the post-harvest stage usually results in dramatic decline in quality.In the present study, physico chemical analysis (which includes Weight loss, Colour, Texture, TSS, pH, TA and Ascorbic acid content) ofedible Aloe vera gel coated Sapota fruits packed in LDPE and stored at 15 ± 2? were studied at regular intervals of 5 days i.e., 0th,5th, 10th,15thand 20th days. The dip treatment of Aloe vera gel coating 1:2, 7 minutes had best retained the physico chemical characteristics than the othertreatments performed and was found to be the most effective treatment in maintaining the fruit quality attributes along with the shelf lifeextension of about 20 days.DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.3126/ijasbt.v3i1.11703 Int J Appl Sci Biotechnol, Vol. 3(1): 20-25      


2018 ◽  
Vol 10 (4) ◽  
pp. 323
Author(s):  
Luzia Marcia de Melo Silva ◽  
Francisco de Assis Cardoso Almeida ◽  
Francinalva Cordeiro de Sousa ◽  
Deise Souza de Castro ◽  
Inácia dos Santos Moreira ◽  
...  

The production of lyophilized foods is a market with great growth potential, for providing important preservation characteristics, such as stability at ambient temperature, versatility of the product and preservation of the chemical compounds. Given the functional effects of peanut powder extracts, this study aimed to quantify the bioactive compounds and determine physical and chemical characteristics, comparing samples with and without skin. After obtaining the aqueous peanut extract the samples were frozen at -18 °C for 24 h. The formulated extracts were dried in a benchtop lyophilizer operating at temperature of -55 °C for a period of 48 hours. The powder extracts were disintegrated in a multiprocessor for 30 seconds and the samples were physically and chemically evaluated. The powder extracts were classified as non-hygroscopic, exhibiting poor fluidity and intermediate cohesiveness in samples with skin, and high cohesiveness in samples without skin. The powders showed agglomerated particles, with irregular and non-uniform shape. Potassium was the mineral found in largest amounts, as well as oleic and linoleic fatty acids. The particles of the powders exhibit a spherical shape, showing the presence of amorphous surfaces, in which there is no repetition of geometric forms. The peanut powder extracts are classified as non-hygroscopic, have poor fluidity, intermediate cohesiveness in samples with skin and high cohesiveness in samples without skin.


Author(s):  
Raphaela Maceió Silva ◽  
Rossana Maria Feitosa de Figueirêdo ◽  
Alexandre José de Melo Queiroz ◽  
Regilane Marques Feitosa

<p>A junção da melancia com pepino trás grandes benefícios na melhoria da composição físico-química do produto. O suco misto de frutas vem sendo estudado para revelar as características nutricionais e funcionais da mistura. Sendo a melancia rica em água, potássio, ferro, magnésio, zinco e vitamina C e o pepino apresentando baixo consumo de energia, baixo teor de calorias e pequenas quantidades de vitamina C, a elaboração desses combinados aumenta a possibilidade de efeitos benéficos ao organismo. Objetivou-se, com este estudo, elaborar suco misto de melancia com pepino em diferentes concentrações e caracterizar físico-químicamente as formulações. Com a obtenção das polpas, foram elaboradas as seguintes formulações: F1-100% pepino; F2-50% melancia e 50% pepino; F3- 70% melancia e 30% pepino; F4- 90% melancia e 10% pepino e F5- 100% melancia. Foram realizadas analises físico-químicas em triplicata em todas as formulações para a caracterização de cada tratamento quanto: pH, sólidos solúveis totais (ºBrix), teor de água, cor, atividade de água (a<sub>w</sub>), açúcares totais, redutores e não redutores e cinzas. A melancia e o pepino apresentaram altos teores de água e atividade de água indicando alta suscetibilidade ao desenvolvimento de micro-organismos. Os sucos mistos de melancia com pepino podem ser considerados novos produtos e serem classificados como bebidas pouco ácidas (pH &gt; 4,5)  com razoável teor de  sólidos solúveis. As formulações F2 e F4 apresentaram maior quantidade de açúcares totais e o maior teor de minerais (cinzas) foi da formulação F4. Todos os sucos mistos apresentaram cor atrativa, com predominância da intensidade de amarelo. </p><p align="center"><strong><em>Processing and characterization physico-chemical of watermelon juice mixed with cucumber</em></strong></p><p><strong>Abstract</strong><strong>: </strong>The junction of the watermelon with cucumber back great benefits in improving the physical and chemical composition of the product. Mix fruit juice has been studied to reveal nutritional and functional characteristics of the mixture. Being the watermelon rich in water, potassium, iron, magnesium, zinc and vitamin C and the cucumber featuring low energy consumption, low-calories and small amounts of vitamin C, the elaboration of these combined boosts the possibility of beneficial effects to the body. This study aimed to draw up juice mix with watermelon and cucumber in different concentrations and physico-chemically characterize the formulations. With the obtaining of the pulp, were elaborated the following formulations: F1-100% cucumber; F2-50% 50% watermelon and cucumber; F3-70% 30% watermelon and cucumber; F4-90% 10% watermelon and cucumber and watermelon F5-100%.Were carried physical-chemical analyses out in triplicate in all the formulations for the characterization of each treatment how much the: pH, total soluble solids (° Brix), moisture content, color, water activity (a<sub>w</sub>), total sugars, reducers and not reducers and ashes. The watermelon and cucumber presented high content of water and water activity indicating high susceptibility to the development of micro-organisms. The juice mix of watermelon with cucumber can being considered new product and classified as drinks little acidic (pH 4.5) with reasonable soluble solids. The formulations F2 and F4 presented a higher amount on total sugars and the highest content of minerals (ashes) was the formulating F4. ll the mixed juices presented attractive color, with predominance of yellow. </p>


Author(s):  
Akshay D. Shende ◽  
Swati Dhenkula ◽  
Ashish Waghambare ◽  
Neti Nageswara Rao ◽  
Girish R. Pophali

Abstract This study is an overview of a beef-based slaughterhouse's processes and operations, from animal reception to product dispatch, including water consumption over 105 days. On average, 1,114 L/buffalo is required for slaughter and processing. Corresponding wastewater generation is between 916 and 1,089 L. Water consumption per buffalo decreases with increasing numbers of buffalos slaughtered per day, and in some operations – e.g., plant washing, personal hygiene, canteen, and knife and instrument washing – is independent of the number of buffalo slaughtered. In contrast, refrigeration depends partly on the numbers slaughtered. Wastewater characterization from each slaughterhouse process and operation was carried out over three months, and wastewater physico-chemical characteristics from individual operations are presented.


Author(s):  
Souley Maman Sadi ◽  
Addam Kiari Saidou ◽  
Morou Boubé ◽  
Jens B. Aune

The low nutrient availability rainfall patterns regimes are the main constraints to agricultural production in Niger. This was a study of the decomposition and mineralization of nutrients of four types of composts (M1P, M2P, M1H and M2H) in a sandy soil. It was carried out at the experimental N'Dounga station (CERRA Kollo) located about 15 km from Niamey. A randomized blocks design with five repetitions was used. For the evaluation of yield, two doses (1 t ha-1 and 1.5 t ha-1) were applied per millet. Decomposition and mineralization were assessed after burial at 10 cm depth between of a small bag containing 100 g (five small bags / compost). The characterization of the physico-chemical elements of composts samples after incubation has shown that composts are rich in nutrients. Nitrogen ranged from 0.8% to 1.1%, phosphorus from  9.99 mg.kg-1 to 12.76 mg.kg-1 and potassium from 19.94 cmolc dm-3 to 26.26 cmolc dm-3. All four composts are basic (pH> 7). Compost M2H lost more than 80% of its weight during the 10 weeks of the experiment compared to 48% for the M1P. the mineralization of N, P and K is greater at compost M1P (83.6% N, 72.72% P and 89.5% K). This compost also gave the highest yield (1272.5 kg ha-1). The decomposition and mineralization of the main elements (N, P and K) allow the synchronization between the release of nutrients from these composts and the nutrient requirements of millet in a sandy soil.


2019 ◽  
Vol 13 ◽  
pp. 115
Author(s):  
Ana Veruska Cruz Silva ◽  
Ana Letícia Sirqueira Nascimento ◽  
Adrielle Naiana Ribeiro Soares ◽  
Allivia Rouse Carregosa Rabbani ◽  
Josué Francisco Silva Júnior ◽  
...  

The mangabeira (Hancornia speciosa G.) is a native Brazilian species in the process of domestication. It has several potential uses. In recent years the populations of mangabeira have become fragmented and, to conserve their genetic resources, Embrapa Tabuleiros Costeiros has, since 2006, maintained a Mangaba Genebank, which currently has 299 individuals distributed across 27 accessions. In one of these accessions (CP), first fruiting was observed to occur at 13 months, indicating precocity. The current project was developed with the intention of morphologically characterizing the CP accessions and evaluating the extent of genetic diversity between genotypes, based on genetic markers associated with fruiting precocity. Morphological variation in crown and leaf shape, growth habit, total height, stem diameter and canopy height were investigated. For molecular characterization, 18 CP accession genotypes were used, all from Sergipe State, Brazil, and 11 ISSR markers were studied that generated 62 fragments with 91.4% polymorphism. The fruits have physical and chemical characteristics suitable for in natura consumption and also for processing. UPGMA dendrogram analysis showed the genotypes CP2 and CP6 to be most similar and CP10 the most divergent within the CP accessions. The results showed the existence of polymorphism, and genetic divergence among genotypes, thus reinforcing the importance of constant germplasm characterization, which guarantees information on gene sources for future use, while providing information concerning potential parents that can be used in breeding programs as well as the identification of duplicates.


2010 ◽  
Vol 10 (3) ◽  
pp. 225-231 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lorenna Alves Mattos ◽  
Edson Perito Amorim ◽  
Kelly de Oliveira Cohen ◽  
Tamyres Barbosa de Amorim ◽  
Sebastião de Oliveira e Silva

The purpose of this study was to characterize 26 banana accessions of the active genebank of Embrapa Cassava and Tropical Fruits (Brazil) for agronomic, physical and physicochemical characteristics. The plant height of the diploid 028003-01 and triploid Walha was short. Regarding the number of fruits and bunch weight, the triploids Caipira, Thap Maeo and the tetraploids Ambrósia and Calipso performed particularly well. Total carotenoid contents were highest in the diploids Jaran and Malbut. The total contents of flavonoid and polyphenol, two natural antioxidants, were highest in tetraploid Teparod. Wide genetic variability was detected for most agronomic, physical and chemical characteristics of the fruits of the banana accessions, enabling the planning of breeding for the development of hybrids with short stature, high yield, pest resistance and high carotenoid, flavonoid and/or polyphenol contents.


Author(s):  
Т.А. ДРОЗДОВА ◽  
А.П. БИРЮКОВ ◽  
Н.Ю. КАЧАЕВА ◽  
Р.А. ДРОЗДОВ

Определены физико-химические показатели 12 образцов сухих и полусладких белых и красных столовых вин, выработанных одним предприятием и разлитых в стеклобутылку (СБ), бутылку из полиэтилентерефталата и упаковку «пакет в коробке» (ПВК) в феврале 2018 г. холодным и горячим способами, с целью установления влияния упаковки на изменение органолептического состава и физико-химических показателей столовых вин. Физико-химический анализ и дегустация представленных образцов столовых вин проведены в марте 2018 г. с использованием общепринятых методик. Установлено, что через месяц после розлива в упаковку все опытные образцы соответствовали требованиям действующей нормативной документации на данный вид продукции и обладали оптимальными физико-химическими показателями, кроме образца полусладкого красного вина в СБ, который на момент анализа был подвержен микробиологическому воздействию. Во всех исследованных образцах столовых вин обнаружен 1,2-пропиленгликоль, но его содержание не превышало допустимых норм. По итогам дегустации для сухих столовых вин рекомендован розлив в СБ, поскольку холодный розлив, применяемый при этом виде упаковки, практически не влияет на изменение органолептических характеристик продукта. Для полусладких вин рекомендуется горячий розлив, поскольку он препятствует забраживанию и задушке вина, а розлив в упаковку ПВК позволяет сохранять качество вина. Physico-chemical parameters of 12 samples of dry and semi-sweet white and red table wines produced by one enterprise and poured into a glass bottle (GB), a bottle of polyethylene terephthalate and a bag-in-box in February 2018 by cold and hot methods were determined in order to establish the influence of packaging on the change in the organoleptic composition and physico-chemical characteristics of table wines. Physical and chemical analysis and tasting of the presented samples of table wines were carried out in March 2018 using generally accepted methods. It was found that a month after filling in the package, all prototypes met the requirements of the current regulatory documentation for this type of product and had optimal physico-chemical parameters, except for the sample of semi-sweet red wine in the GB, which at the time of analysis was exposed to microbiological effects. In all the studied samples of table wines 1,2-propylene glycol was found, but its content did not exceed the permissible norms. Following the results of the tasting, bottling in the GB is recommended for dry table wines, since the cold bottling used in this type of packaging practically does not affect the change in the organoleptic characteristics of the product. For sweet wines it is recommended that hot-filling because it prevents fermenting and suffocating wine and bottling in bag-in-box allows to preserve the quality of the wine.


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